Overview

• Nearly 48.2% of wild bee species in Baden-Württemberg are now classified as threatened, with extinction risks doubling since 2000.
• The Bee:wild Initiative's report outlines 12 emerging threats to pollinators, such as war-affected regions, microplastics, and antibiotic contamination.
• Researchers found microplastics in most honey bee colonies tested across Europe, raising concerns about the broader ecological impact.
• Light pollution has been shown to reduce nocturnal flower visits by night-active pollinators by 62%, disrupting essential ecosystems.
• Experts recommend proactive solutions, including expanding flowering areas, regulating antibiotic-laden wastewater, and breeding nutrient-rich plants.