Hamilton reveals new pollinator mural

Hamilton celebrates its recent efforts to save pollinator insects with a new, beautiful mural. The mural was designed by Gerten Basom, a local artist, and was painted by students from Hess Street School.

The mural features an array of wildlife and plants. Two of the most notable insects on the mural are the bumblebee and the butterfly. As pollinators, these insects are integral members of our ecosystem and must be protected.

Located at the York Blvd Parkette between Pearl and Ray Street, the mural marks what will become the city’s “pollinator corridor”. This corridor will be both a public space and home for the pollinators across the city.

The land will have plenty of wildflowers, providing both food and shelter for the bumblebees and butterflies.

Hamilton has made great efforts over the last few months to become greener and bee friendly. The Hamilton Port Authority has recently created 12 different hive boxes for bee breeding, and the Royal Botanical Gardens have made sure to include pollinator friendly plants in their new rose garden.

What steps are you taking toward being more environmentally friendly and helping save the bees? Let us know in the comments.

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