the bee is back
With everyone on lockdown, bees bumbled their way out of hiding.
Bees had seemingly disappeared for some years now - a phenomenon confounding even the most dedicated entomologists. The virus forced us into an unpleasant lockdown, but we cannot deny the positive impact it had on the environment.
When the virus devastated Italy in the early spring of last year, it forced the country to shutdown and tourism came to a screeching halt. In cities like Venice, polluted canal waters suddenly cleared. Even better, were the fish, swans, and dolphins seen swimming in the canals that were always clouded by the sediment kicked up by traffic from the water taxis and boats.
When I finally mustered up the courage to leave the four corners of my house to enjoy a sunny May day outside, I saw and heard bees buzzing around. It may sound strange, but I had not seen bees for some time and did not think I missed them quite frankly, until I saw them. Insects of any kind freak me out, but I was pleasantly surprised to see the little creatures flying around, landing on bloomed flowers. Like last year, I believe they will take up residence in my backyard the summer long. Yellow and black never looked better. ■
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