The Bumblebee conservation trust urgently need your help to map the distributions of our bumblebees (even the common species). Could you record the species you see in your garden, or when off on a walk, and let us know what you see?
If you aren't yet confident with bumblebee identification, just take a digital photo and email it to enquiries@bumblebeeconservationtrust.co.uk and they will happily let you know what species you have.
Dr. Ben Darvill has kindly written a fascinating article on Bumblebees which will give you lots more information about these fascinating creatures. It can be found in the guest article section or by clicking here.
For more information on how you can join in with this years BeeWatch please go to the Bumblebee Conservation Trust Website