The Role of Bees in Wetland Ecosystems and Sustainable Development | ||||
| Egyptian Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries | ||||
| Article 40, Volume 29, Issue 3, May and June 2025, Page 643-660 PDF (697.16 K) | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/ejabf.2025.427850 | ||||
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| Author | ||||
| Abd El-Aziz et al. | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| Bees are essential organisms, with approximately 20,000 species distributed across a variety of environments worldwide. They play a pivotal role in maintaining ecological balance, primarily through their function as key pollinators for plants. This process is not only crucial for sustaining biodiversity but also has a significant impact on both the environment and the global economy. In wetland regions, bees demonstrate their remarkable efficiency in pollinating a wide range of aquatic and semi-aquatic plants. Their role in these areas is particularly significant since they help maintain biodiversity and support the health of clean water systems. Additionally, bees interact with aquatic species, such as fish in lakes, fostering a balance between terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Despite their many contributions, bees face numerous challenges that threaten their survival and the crucial services they provide. Climate change, with its disruptions to flowering patterns and weather conditions, poses a significant threat, as does the widespread use of pesticides, which can weaken bee populations. These challenges could lead to declines in bee populations, disrupting ecosystems and food production worldwide. The importance of bees in supporting environmental health underscores their vital role in sustainable development. Bees not only contribute to food production and biodiversity but also play an integral role in ensuring the stability of ecosystems and water systems. By understanding and protecting bees, we can help safeguard the Earth’s ecological balance and contribute to a more sustainable future. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Bees; Aquatic ecosystem; Sustainable development; Wetland | ||||
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