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In north India, women protect native bees in traditional home walls

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In Uttarakhand, India, women traditionally maintain native bee populations in traditional mud wall hives, serving as a critical sanctuary for indigenous bees like the Indian honey bee. This practice, rooted in cultural custom rather than commerce, protects bees from cold and storms, yet rapid architectural changes and climate impacts threaten this ecosystem. The study was conducted in Chamoli district, where the proportion of bee habitats is declining due to these pressures.

Key points

• Women in Uttarakhand maintain native bee populations in traditional mud wall hives, which are sealed with clay and cow dung to protect bees from cold and storms.
• The study in Chamoli district revealed that rapid architectural changes and climate impacts are threatening the traditional beekeeping ecosystem.

Context

This article was originally published on Mongabay. The research focuses on the decline of bee habitats in Uttarakhand due to modernization and climate change, highlighting the role of women in preserving indigenous bee species.

Limitations

The study was conducted in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. Specific data on the proportion of bee habitats and exact decline rates are not fully detailed in the provided evidence.

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