Bees might be small, but they play a HUGE role in our world. Responsible for pollinating over 75% of flowering plants and about 35% of global food crops, bees are vital to maintaining biodiversity and food security. 🌸🍯

While honeybees are the most famous, there are over 20,000 species of bees across the globe. They help pollinate fruits, vegetables, and nuts, including apples, almonds, and blueberries—foods we often take for granted! 🥕🍓🍏

But bees are facing challenges. Habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change are threatening their populations, which in turn could disrupt ecosystems and food production. It's up to us to protect them by planting bee-friendly flowers, reducing pesticide use, and supporting sustainable farming practices. 🌻🌿

Bees also give us something sweet: honey! This golden liquid is not only a natural sweetener but also has antibacterial properties and is used in various traditional medicines. 🍯