Bees as important factor for health of ecosystems and human – selected arguments

Abstract

Pollinating insects, bees in particular, play a very important role in the environment; thanks to them most plants on our planet bears fruits (and the plants are human’s and many animals’ food). Bees also produce valuable products such as honey, royal jelly and propolis, they all have utility and therapeutic effect. In the recent years mass extinction of bees is observed. There are many reasons for this disturbing phenomenon. We urgently need to begin to counter these threats and protect bees, valuable for ecosystem services and all life on Earth.