The nation recently announced at the end of 2016 that one of America’s bumblebee species was placed on the endangered species list. Fortunately, scientists are saying the rusty patch bumblebee will not go extinct and should increase in population this upcoming spring of 2017.

In fact, scientists feel it is good the bumblebee was placed on the endangered list. They feel the awareness of how much bees are needed will benefit the species, not harm it.

Even though fearing bees is common, bees are known to ignore people if people ignore them and pose little threat of stinging. Instead, bees are very beneficial to other organisms. They pollinate our crops which naturally keeps them healthier, providing healthier and organic foods for us. They also provide as a food source for other insects.

Everyone can help the bees by planting native plants and grasses in their yard for the bees to pollinate.

Bee species are expected to continue experiencing fluctuations in population. These will be in result of agriculture and the rising or dropping of temperatures, as well as multiple other factors.

This spring, get outside and plant some flowers to keep your local bees healthy and happy.