The Species Collection

The Economic Value of Honeybees

• Incredible Work Rate: Honeybees are industrious pollinators. If compensated at minimum wage, a single jar of honey would astonishingly cost over $180,000 due to their hard work.

Critical Pollinators

• Essential for Agriculture: Honeybees are the world’s leading pollinators, crucial for the production of over a third of our food through their pollination activities.
• Facing Threats: Globally, honeybees are declining at alarming rates due to pesticides, parasites, habitat loss, and insufficient nutrition. In the U.S., 44% of honeybee populations were lost in 2016 alone.

Amazing Bee Facts

• Lifetime Production: A single honeybee produces only 1/12 of a teaspoon of honey in her lifetime. However, collectively, a hive can produce upwards of 80 pounds of honey in a few months.
• Queen Bee’s Role: The queen bee can live up to five years, spending her summers laying up to 2,500 eggs per day to strengthen the hive.
• Travel and Efficiency: To produce 16 ounces of honey, 1,152 bees travel 112,000 miles and visit approximately 4.5 million flowers.
• Economic Contribution: Honeybees add $8-10 billion to the U.S. economy annually.
• Flight Speed: Honeybees can fly at speeds up to 15 miles per hour.
• Ancient Practice: Beekeeping dates back to the Stone Age, as evidenced by ancient cave paintings.

How You Can Help Bees

• Plant Pollinator-Friendly Gardens: Create an environment supportive of pollinators by planting diverse, nectar-rich flowers.
• Support Local Beekeepers: Buy locally produced honey to help sustain beekeeper efforts.
• Build Bee Hotels: Provide solitary bees with nesting sites to support their population.
• Visit Local Farmers Markets: Support agriculture practices that are beneficial for bees.
• Become a Beekeeper: Join a local bee club and learn how to maintain your own hives.
• Educate Others: Raise awareness about the critical role of pollinators and how to protect them

Introduction to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. At The Species Collection, we value transparency and commitment to our supporters. We understand you might have questions about our mission, operations, and the impact of your purchases. This FAQ page is designed to address those inquiries and provide clarity about our commitment to wildlife conservation across the globe.

We believe in the power of collective action and the importance of informed choices. These answers will help you understand our work better and feel confident about supporting our cause. If you have any additional questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us directly. Your engagement and trust are crucial to us and the wildlife we strive to protect. We continually update this page to keep it current. Thank you for your interest and support!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is The Species Collection? The Species Collection is a socially conscious business dedicated to wildlife conservation efforts globally. Our mission is to raise awareness and funds for endangered species through the sale of our unique jewelry.

2. How does The Species Collection support wildlife conservation? We donate 20% of our revenue from each sale directly to wildlife preservation charities. This substantial contribution supports a range of activities, from habitat restoration to anti-poaching efforts.

3. What does "revenue" mean? 'revenue' refers to the money we receive from sales.

4. Do you have expensive offices? We operate from a home office, keeping our overhead low so that more of your purchase can directly support conservation efforts.

5. How does your donation percentage compare to other businesses? We donate a significant portion of our revenue—20%—which is often more than what many businesses donate. We base our donations on revenue, ensuring a transparent and impactful contribution to wildlife conservation.

6. Can I make a direct donation to the cause? Currently, we do not offer this service to keep our costs down. 

7. How can I be sure that my purchase is making a difference? We will be working closely with our charity partners to ensure funds are effectively used. We will also share updates and details of supported projects and initiatives on our website and social media.

8. Is The Species Collection a legitimate charitable business? We are a genuine, registered business in the UK committed to wildlife conservation. We transparently donate 20% of our revenue from each sale to wildlife charities and will regularly publish how these donations are used. Please contact us directly for any further clarification.

9. How can I contact The Species Collection for more information? We'd love to hear from you! Please click or tap the icon on the bottom right hand corner to contact us.

10. What specific wildlife projects does my purchase support? Your purchases help fund a variety of conservation projects focused on protecting natural habitats, rescuing endangered species, and supporting sustainable community practices that enhance local and global biodiversity.