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    Gardeners are being urged to let their outdoor spaces go wild this year, trading tidy lawns for natural planting that supports wildlife. The call, published by the Irvine Standard, fits into a broader trend of rewilding at home, where longer grass, native plants and untended corners are promoted as simple ways to help bees, butterflies and other species.

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    Lone Wildebeest Photographed in Kruger National Parkβ–ΌLone Wildebeest in the Kruger. # widebeest # photography # animals # wildlife # socialmediaMmastodonTechnologyInternet1024 min ago

    A photograph of a lone wildebeest in Kruger National Park, South Africa, is being shared among wildlife enthusiasts. The animal, usually seen in herds, was captured alone in the reserve, drawing attention from photography and animal lovers online. No further details about the sighting or the photographer have been reported.

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    The city of Beaumont, Texas has opened a new pollinator garden at Tyrrell Park. The garden is intended to support bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects, adding to the park's recreational and natural attractions. Details on its size, cost or planting have not yet been widely reported, but the opening has drawn local attention as a small environmental improvement for the community.

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    Nature rounds up September's best science images●Gaze into the cosmos and through the eyes of a bee β€” September’s best science images https://www.nature.com/immersive/d4MmastodonScience43 h ago

    Nature has published its monthly selection of the most striking science photography, pairing cosmic imagery with a macro view simulating how a bee sees the world. The September collection is being shared widely among science readers, who highlight it as a showcase of the month's most visually compelling research and nature photography.

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    New Beaumont garden created to support butterflies and beesβ–ΌNew garden in Beaumont aims to support butterflies, bees and local wildlifeβœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife12 min ago

    A new garden has been established in Beaumont, Texas, designed to support butterflies, bees and other local wildlife. The project highlights growing community interest in pollinator-friendly green spaces and urban habitats, adding to efforts in the region to protect insect populations and provide food and shelter for native species.

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    Fig Garden loses its Starbucks, but local coffee shops step upβ–ΌFig Garden lost its Starbucks. But the local shops are still caffeinating Fresnoβœ‰newsLifeHome & Garden5 h ago

    The Fig Garden neighborhood in Fresno has lost its Starbucks, but residents still have plenty of options for coffee. A Fresno Bee report highlights how locally owned cafes in the area continue to serve the community, filling the gap left by the closure of the national chain store.

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    Bees and a butterfly photographed at Jara Island●Bees and a butterfly at Jara Island. # nature # naturephotography # bee # bees # butterfly # butterflies # travelMmastodonLifeTravel412 h ago

    Nature photographs showing bees and a butterfly at Jara Island, South Korea, are being shared under nature and travel tags. The images capture pollinators feeding on flowers, and viewers are responding to the close-up wildlife photography. Jara Island, on the Han River near Gapyeong, is a popular destination for such scenery.

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    Bumblebee queens keep workers in line by head-butting them●# theBeeAt3 Basic bee facts every day at 3pm. 49. One of the ways in which bumblebee queens maintain their dominance inMmastodonEnvironment1919 h ago

    An Irish bee expert shares a daily bee fact, explaining that bumblebee queens maintain their dominance in the nest by periodically head-butting the more dominant female workers. The quirky comparison to human workplace behaviour has drawn engagement from nature enthusiasts discussing bee hierarchy and colony dynamics.

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    Photographer's Swallowtail Mission Yields Surprise Crab Spider Sighting●I was sitting outside hoping to get a swallowtail photo. I got a semi-decent one, but the true star of the show was thisMmastodonEnvironmentWildlife1718 h ago

    A wildlife photographer spent time outdoors hoping to photograph a swallowtail butterfly and came away with a decent shot, but says the real highlight of the day was a small gray bee, with a crab spider as a bonus find. The macro insect images have been shared with nature and photography enthusiasts, who appreciate the unexpected encounters that come with patience in wildlife photography.

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    Wild Honeybees Declared Endangered in Europe●Seven Bees //acrylics on canvas # art # mastoArt * Wild honeybees have been declared endangered in Europe and have enterMmastodonCultureArt23 h ago

    An acrylic painting titled Seven Bees is drawing attention alongside news that wild honeybees in Europe have been declared endangered and added to the Red List. The artist shares the work on the fediverse art community, linking the image to the bees' declining status and prompting concern about pollinators and biodiversity loss.

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    What bees can teach us about democracyβ—πŸ A lesson in democracy from the hive Bees are the most studied animal after humans (1,500+ PhDs). Yet they coordinate 5MmastodonEnvironment515 h ago

    A science communicator is highlighting how honeybee colonies coordinate tens of thousands of individuals β€” making tens of thousands of daily foraging trips without any central committee β€” while producing around a third of the world's food supply. The comparison draws an implicit jab at human politicians, suggesting hives run more smoothly than governments despite bees being among the most studied animals on Earth.

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    Fair Oaks music teacher arrested over child abuse material●Fair Oaks music teacher arrested on child sexual abuse material possession chargeβœ‰newsCultureMusic10 h ago

    A music teacher in Fair Oaks, California has been arrested on charges of possessing child sexual abuse material. The arrest was reported by the Sacramento Bee. Details about the teacher's identity, the school involved, and the circumstances of the arrest have not been made public. Residents are likely awaiting further information from local authorities as the investigation continues.

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    Recipe collection highlights easy home cooking trends●# Recipes # Food # Cooking # Beestrot https:// flipboard.com/@econopass/beest rot-best-recipes-%E2%80%93-easy-cooking-%FMmastodonLifeFood618 h ago

    A curated collection of recipes focused on easy cooking is circulating among food enthusiasts, covering everyday meals and cooking tips. The material is being shared widely across social feeds, reflecting steady online interest in simple, accessible home cooking content and recipe roundups under the Beestrot label.

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    Pink Floyd and Bee Gees mashup goes viral●# pinkfloyd Γ— # beegees https:// youtube.com/shorts/i4fkn2rfHk8 # mashup # mix # music # fyp # edit # viral # followme #MmastodonCultureMusic223 h ago

    A mashup edit combining Pink Floyd's 'Another Brick in the Wall' with the Bee Gees' 'Stayin' Alive' is circulating online and drawing attention from music fans. The short mix blends the two bands' signature styles into one track, with viewers sharing it as an unlikely but catchy crossover between prog rock and disco.

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    Skims among two new tenants at Roseville Galleriaβ–Ό2 new tenants coming to Roseville Galleria, including Skims. What we knowβœ‰newsCultureEntertainment17 h ago

    Westfield Roseville Galleria, a major shopping mall in Roseville, California, is adding two new tenants, including Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand Skims. The Sacramento Bee reports the news but few further details about opening dates or the second tenant are available. Shoppers in the Sacramento area are discussing what the arrivals mean for the mall's retail lineup.

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    Gardener worried as few bees visit wild autumn meadow●# gardening crew, I’m a little concerned and need some bee advice. I leave my little meadow wild at the end of the yearMmastodonLifeHome & Garden621 h ago

    A home gardener who leaves a meadow uncut at the end of the year as a fueling spot for pollinators before winter reports only a handful of bees visiting this fall and is asking the gardening community for advice. The post has drawn small engagement, with concern centered on whether local pollinator numbers are declining or the timing and conditions of the season explain the absence.

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    California voters urged to mail ballots before election deadline●When will my California ballot arrive? Here’s how late you can mail or drop it offβœ‰newsWorldElections22 h ago

    California voters are being reminded of deadlines for returning their mail ballots, with guidance on the latest they can mail or drop off their ballot to ensure it counts. The Sacramento Bee explains when ballots should arrive and how late they can be returned, as voters across the state track their mail-in ballots ahead of the election.

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    A Broken Enzyme Speaks to the Bees●[Romantic Biology] A Broken Enzyme Speaks to the Beesβœ‰newsScienceBiology23 h ago

    A science column on 'romantic biology' examines how a defective enzyme may play a role in chemical communication with bees, linking molecular biology to the natural signals that draw pollinators to flowers. The piece frames enzyme dysfunction not simply as breakage, but as part of the intricate chemistry between plants and insects.