Will Hawkes,
Will Hawkes is a researcher focused on insect migration and its impact on the world. He has been studying the migration patterns of insects through the Pyrenean mountain pass as part of his work with the University of Exeter's insect migration team. His research involves using various methods, including video cameras, to accurately calculate insect migration numbers and identify diverse arrays of migrating insects. Hawkes has also explored the ecological benefits and impacts of these migratory insects on soil health, plant growth, and wildlife populations.
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Recent Articles
Migrating Millions: The Remarkable Insect Passage Through the Pyrenees
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024In the Pyrenees, a 30-meter wide mountain pass at over 2,200 meters altitude serves as a crucial migration route for 17 million pollinating insects each autumn. These migrants include flies, wasps, butterflies, and dragonflies that expand plant gene pools and contribute to nutrient cycles. Factors like temperature and day length influence their peak migration around lunchtime. Beneficial insects like hoverflies help control pests while facing threats from habitat loss, pesticides, and climate change.