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Bumblebee Trail at The Elms, Tauranga Another successful Bumblebee Trail was held at The Elms , Mission Street, Tauranga in January 2026. We had five stations all around these beautiful gardens for the kids to visit and learn some fun facts all about the wonderful world of bumblebees. Geoff gave several talks and there were prizes for the kids. The feedback was wonderful and Buzz O' Bumble, our new mascot toy, sure entertained the kids! Many thanks the The Elms for hosting th

New Zealand is home to four species of bumblebees but identifying each one can be challenging. We have collaborated with the University of Otago to create a helpful guide. Download the file and see if you are able to identify the various species. We show where each species is likely to be found and some of their important characteristics.

A fun project for kids to make using eco friendly materials

With thanks From Gardeners World.com Find out how to help bumblebees by creating a simple nest for these important pollinators. Bumblebee numbers have declined in recent years, due to changes in agriculture, which have led to fewer nesting opportunities and flowers for them to feed from. Making this simple nest will encourage them to nest safely your garden. Many species nest underground in old mouse or rat burrows - which this project mimics. You Will Need Flowerpot (20cm in