Call for citizen scientists to monitor honey bee populations

Researchers studying honey bees are inviting citizen scientists to report any sightings of wild honey bee nests, beehives, or foraging activities. If you have beehives or notice honey bees foraging in your garden in Galway city, the research team would like to hear from you. Ireland is home to over 100 bee species, including the honey bee, which is smaller and less fluffy than bumblebees. While honey bees are commonly managed by beekeepers, they also exist as a wild species. Unfortunately, native wild honey bees are now classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, although they can often be found in natural cavities like trees and buildings.