How Worried Should We Be About the Bees?

The video explores the potential impact of honey bee extinction, debunking myths about global starvation and highlighting the importance of other pollinators. While honey bees are crucial for certain crops, many plants rely on other pollinators. The video discusses the challenges of replacing honey bees with native bees and emphasizes the importance of biodiversity and supporting various pollinator species.

What percentage of the world's food crops actually depend on biotic pollination?

• 90%

• 50%

• 35%

• 70%

Which of the following is NOT a pollinator mentioned in the video?

• Lizards

• Butterflies

• Bats

• Flies

What is one ecological downside of honey bees mentioned in the video?

• They are the only pollinators of crops.

• They can outcompete native bees.

• They are native to North America.

• They do not spread diseases.

Which bee is mentioned as a potential pollinator for blueberries in Florida?

• Alkali bee

• Leaf cutter bee

• Bumblebee

• Honey bee

Why is it challenging to maintain commercial bumblebee hives?

• Bumblebee colonies last indefinitely.

• Bumblebees do not make honey.

• Bumblebee colonies are larger than honeybee colonies.

• Bumblebees make too much honey.

What is a benefit of having a variety of pollinators for crops?

• It can result in larger fruits.

• It decreases biodiversity.

• It leads to smaller fruits.

• It reduces the need for pollination.

What should we focus on to support pollinator health according to the video?

• Ignore climate change impacts.

• Only protect honey bees.

• Support biodiversity and native species.

• Rely solely on pesticides.