Island Life Magazine Ltd June/July 2018 | Page 78

Country Life w Photo: Bu mblebee by Chris Gomersall Feel the buzz identifying our bumblebees Bumblebees are a familiar sight, but can you tell the different species apart? Here is the Wildlife Trust’s guide to the most common bumblebees in the UK. By Caroline Meech, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, working for a better future for wildlife and wild places in Hampshire and the Island. Phone: 01489 774 400 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.hiwwt.org.uk 78 Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust, Beechcroft House, Vicarage Lane, Curdridge, Hampshire, SO32 2DP www.visitilife.com Join us today and enjoy the benefits of being a member of the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust: • Unlimited visits to 57 wildlife reserves in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and 2,500 reserves nationwide. • A welcome pack when you join. • Wildlife, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust’s magazine, delivered to you three times a year. • The chance to take part in local group and community activities, offering you a variety of opportunities to be involved in. More than 350 walks, talks and events throughout the two counties. • Join by Direct Debit & receive your FREE full colour Local Wildlife Reserve Guide.