BUGS have somewhere new to live thanks to the work of green-minded Worcester youngsters.
Pupils from Rushwick Primary School joined Lioncourt Homes at The Green housing development to help build a series of new bug hotels.
Five hotels were constructed using recycled materials such as wooden pallets, bricks and slate tiles, as well as natural materials to create safe spaces for insects and small wildlife to thrive.
A bug hotel, sometimes known as an insect habitat or bug house, provides shelter and nesting areas for a variety of species including bees, beetles, ladybirds and spiders.
These insects play a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by pollinating plants, decomposing organic matter and supporting other forms of wildlife.
By providing secure, year-round habitats, these shelters encourage biodiversity and contribute to stronger, more balanced local ecosystems.
Elizabeth Whetham, executive headteacher at Rushwick Primary School, said: “Our pupils really enjoyed their visit to The Green and were fascinated to learn how small creatures can make such a big difference to the environment.
“The hands-on activity of building the bug hotels helped bring the lesson to life and encouraged the children to think about nature in a new way.
“We’d like to thank Lioncourt Homes for inviting us along and for helping to show how wildlife can thrive alongside new housing developments.”
