Scientists fear flight of Britain's bumblebees


	Scientists fear flight of Britain's bumblebees

ivan5735

4-16-2007 8:02 PM

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4-16-2007 9:36 PM

kkcapricorn

I don't think people realize the importance of the bee in it's ecosystem. There is a delicate balance in nature which must be maintained or face dire consequences.

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