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Insect Declines
Honoring the late Robbin Thorp
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Declines in Insect Abundance and Diversity: We Know Enough to Act Now—new paper details why and how to take action
Honoring the late Robbin Thorp, a legendary and beloved figure in bumble bee conservation
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In addition to assessing the data, the authors also provide examples of success stories in insect conservation and propose actions that can be taken to address insect declines—from the national level, to home gardeners. Read more.

We at Xerces extend condolences to Robbin’s family, and wish to express our gratitude for his immeasurable contributions to bumble bee conservation. Robbin’s work lives on in the countless people he has taught and inspired.

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