Overview

• World Bee Day 2025 marks its eighth observance, focusing on the critical role of pollinators in food security, biodiversity, and combating climate change.
• Scientific reports warn of nearly 40% of invertebrate pollinator species at risk of extinction and U.S. honey bee colony losses potentially reaching 70% this year.
• Human-driven threats like pesticide use, habitat destruction, invasive species, and climate change are identified as major contributors to pollinator declines.
• Countries such as Slovenia and U.S. states have implemented measures including pesticide regulations, habitat restoration initiatives, and conservation awards to protect pollinators.
• Citizens are encouraged to take action by planting native flowers, avoiding synthetic pesticides, and supporting local beekeepers to strengthen pollinator populations.