Prof. Jeff Ollerton
@jeffollerton.bsky.social
Biodiversity scientist, focused mainly on pollinators and their interactions with plants. Author of 'Pollinators & Pollination: Nature and Society' (Pelagic 2021) and 'Birds & Flowers: An Intimate 50 Million Year Relationship' (Pelagic 2024).
Recently I've been carrying out more complex statistical analyses & understanding those tests on a much deeper level than before. Why the over night change? What does this have to do with a legendary #blues musician? Read on:
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#ChatGPT #AI #ecology #biodiversity
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AI at the crossroads: can ChatGPT turn you into a statistical Robert Johnson?
When is comes to the statistical analysis of data, I know my limits. Maths was never my strong point at school or university, and my approach has always been to keep analyses as simple and straight…
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November 11, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Recently I've been carrying out more complex statistical analyses & understanding those tests on a much deeper level than before. Why the over night change? What does this have to do with a legendary #blues musician? Read on:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/11/11/a...
#ChatGPT #AI #ecology #biodiversity
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/11/11/a...
#ChatGPT #AI #ecology #biodiversity
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Another superb example of #biomimicry reinforcing the intrinsic significance of protecting all biodiversity including the newts, bats & invertebrates demonised as barriers to development by Rachel Reeves
As this study demonstrates one day they may literally save your life.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
As this study demonstrates one day they may literally save your life.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
Smart cutting system used by female sawflies could transform surgery and reduce patient harm
Scientists at Heriot-Watt University have unlocked the secret behind how female sawflies make specific cuts to plants—a discovery that could revolutionize surgical instruments and dramatically reduce ...
phys.org
October 29, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Another superb example of #biomimicry reinforcing the intrinsic significance of protecting all biodiversity including the newts, bats & invertebrates demonised as barriers to development by Rachel Reeves
As this study demonstrates one day they may literally save your life.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
As this study demonstrates one day they may literally save your life.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
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Another superb example of #biomimicry reinforcing the intrinsic significance of protecting all biodiversity including the newts, bats & invertebrates demonised as barriers to development by Rachel Reeves
As this study demonstrates one day they may literally save your life.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
As this study demonstrates one day they may literally save your life.
phys.org/news/2025-10...
Smart cutting system used by female sawflies could transform surgery and reduce patient harm
Scientists at Heriot-Watt University have unlocked the secret behind how female sawflies make specific cuts to plants—a discovery that could revolutionize surgical instruments and dramatically reduce ...
phys.org
October 29, 2025 at 3:09 PM
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Nature book challenge. A book per day in no particular order, until you've shared ALL of the best nature books in your personal library. No explanations, no reviews.
#Books #Nature #Naturewriting #naturebooks #conservation #naturebookchallenge #booksky
#InsectBookClub
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#Books #Nature #Naturewriting #naturebooks #conservation #naturebookchallenge #booksky
#InsectBookClub
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October 18, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Nature book challenge. A book per day in no particular order, until you've shared ALL of the best nature books in your personal library. No explanations, no reviews.
#Books #Nature #Naturewriting #naturebooks #conservation #naturebookchallenge #booksky
#InsectBookClub
@jeffollerton.bsky.social
#Books #Nature #Naturewriting #naturebooks #conservation #naturebookchallenge #booksky
#InsectBookClub
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Utterly thrilled with Jeff Ollerton's review of Urban Plants: "So do yourself a favour and take a walk with Trevor through the complex ecology and botany of built-up British landscapes. I learned a lot from Urban Plants and I highly recommend it as an addition to anyone’s Christmas list."
Review of "Urban Plants" by Trevor Dines, the latest addition to Bloomsbury's British Wildlife Collection.
What did I think of the book? Find out here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/16/b... #ecology #biodiversity #botany #wildlife #plants #NatureWriting
What did I think of the book? Find out here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/16/b... #ecology #biodiversity #botany #wildlife #plants #NatureWriting
Book review: “Urban Plants” by Trevor Dines
Earlier this year I received an unexpected invitation from Bloomsbury Publishing to attend a book launch at Philip Mould’s gallery in London. Looking at the details I immediately said yes, be…
jeffollerton.co.uk
October 17, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Utterly thrilled with Jeff Ollerton's review of Urban Plants: "So do yourself a favour and take a walk with Trevor through the complex ecology and botany of built-up British landscapes. I learned a lot from Urban Plants and I highly recommend it as an addition to anyone’s Christmas list."
Review of "Urban Plants" by Trevor Dines, the latest addition to Bloomsbury's British Wildlife Collection.
What did I think of the book? Find out here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/16/b... #ecology #biodiversity #botany #wildlife #plants #NatureWriting
What did I think of the book? Find out here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/16/b... #ecology #biodiversity #botany #wildlife #plants #NatureWriting
Book review: “Urban Plants” by Trevor Dines
Earlier this year I received an unexpected invitation from Bloomsbury Publishing to attend a book launch at Philip Mould’s gallery in London. Looking at the details I immediately said yes, be…
jeffollerton.co.uk
October 16, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Review of "Urban Plants" by Trevor Dines, the latest addition to Bloomsbury's British Wildlife Collection.
What did I think of the book? Find out here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/16/b... #ecology #biodiversity #botany #wildlife #plants #NatureWriting
What did I think of the book? Find out here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/16/b... #ecology #biodiversity #botany #wildlife #plants #NatureWriting
The Golden Lotus is one of China’s most iconic plants — a striking member of the banana family with a connection to #Buddhism.
Despite its fame, a mystery remains: what actually pollinates it? A new study implicates #birds as the #pollinators - read more here:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/14/d...
Despite its fame, a mystery remains: what actually pollinates it? A new study implicates #birds as the #pollinators - read more here:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/14/d...
Do birds pollinate the iconic Golden Lotus? A new study suggests that they do!
The Golden Lotus (Musella lasiocarpa) is one of China’s most iconic plants — a striking member of the banana family (Musaceae) that seems to bloom forever. Its brilliant yellow, lotus-like bracts h…
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October 14, 2025 at 11:58 AM
The Golden Lotus is one of China’s most iconic plants — a striking member of the banana family with a connection to #Buddhism.
Despite its fame, a mystery remains: what actually pollinates it? A new study implicates #birds as the #pollinators - read more here:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/14/d...
Despite its fame, a mystery remains: what actually pollinates it? A new study implicates #birds as the #pollinators - read more here:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/10/14/d...
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It worked in SW France conditions, thanks Jeff !
October 10, 2025 at 5:06 PM
It worked in SW France conditions, thanks Jeff !
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September 20, 2025 at 6:56 PM
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September 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
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A medium by the name of Crystal Peaks (@marvelousmrsyardy.bsky.social) lets Riley in on the secrets of the afterlife, but a supernatural disaster brings an unexpected visitor. Plus, Tom calls in a favour.
Listen now at radiogo.show or on your podcast player!
Listen now at radiogo.show or on your podcast player!
September 26, 2025 at 8:47 AM
A medium by the name of Crystal Peaks (@marvelousmrsyardy.bsky.social) lets Riley in on the secrets of the afterlife, but a supernatural disaster brings an unexpected visitor. Plus, Tom calls in a favour.
Listen now at radiogo.show or on your podcast player!
Listen now at radiogo.show or on your podcast player!
It's been a great year for sloes, the hedgerows are packed with them. But you can make so much more than sloe gin with these wild fruit!
Just opened my first batch of salt-fermented sloes for this year. Follow this link for the #recipe: jeffollerton.co.uk/2020/10/03/r...?
#wildfood #foraging
Just opened my first batch of salt-fermented sloes for this year. Follow this link for the #recipe: jeffollerton.co.uk/2020/10/03/r...?
#wildfood #foraging
October 4, 2025 at 12:36 PM
It's been a great year for sloes, the hedgerows are packed with them. But you can make so much more than sloe gin with these wild fruit!
Just opened my first batch of salt-fermented sloes for this year. Follow this link for the #recipe: jeffollerton.co.uk/2020/10/03/r...?
#wildfood #foraging
Just opened my first batch of salt-fermented sloes for this year. Follow this link for the #recipe: jeffollerton.co.uk/2020/10/03/r...?
#wildfood #foraging
I've had inquiries about this evening's "Surveying for Pollinators" webinar, from people who can't make the live event. If you register you'll have access to the recording & reading list after it finishes. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/surveying-...
#bees #pollinators #ecology #biodiversity
#bees #pollinators #ecology #biodiversity
Surveying For Pollinators
Learn how to survey and monitor pollinators in this webinar — tools, tips, and techniques for all skill levels.
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October 2, 2025 at 8:44 AM
I've had inquiries about this evening's "Surveying for Pollinators" webinar, from people who can't make the live event. If you register you'll have access to the recording & reading list after it finishes. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/surveying-...
#bees #pollinators #ecology #biodiversity
#bees #pollinators #ecology #biodiversity
To mark the 200th anniversary of the first passenger rail trip yesterday, the BBCR4 series Rare Earth looked at #sustainability of #rail travel. It was great to hear my #SYMBIOSIS project collaborator Neil Strong discussing #biodiversity on the Network Rail estate!
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
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BBC Radio 4 - Rare Earth, Trains on Trial
Is train travel part of a green future, not just our industrial past?
www.bbc.co.uk
September 27, 2025 at 10:46 AM
To mark the 200th anniversary of the first passenger rail trip yesterday, the BBCR4 series Rare Earth looked at #sustainability of #rail travel. It was great to hear my #SYMBIOSIS project collaborator Neil Strong discussing #biodiversity on the Network Rail estate!
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...
Calamari anyone?
I get that the news cycle is packed right now, but I just heard from a colleague at the Smithsonian that this is fully a GIANT SQUID BEING EATEN BY A SPERM WHALE and it’s possibly the first ever confirmed video according to a friend at NOAA
10 YEAR OLD ME IS LOSING HER MIND (a thread 🧵)
10 YEAR OLD ME IS LOSING HER MIND (a thread 🧵)
September 26, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Calamari anyone?
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The conundrum we find everywhere.
Far too little for for the insects, but far too much for the farm lobby (the EU tried to go for 7%, paid for with subsidies, but has now pretty much abolished it, as did the UK as soon as it Brexited).
Far too little for for the insects, but far too much for the farm lobby (the EU tried to go for 7%, paid for with subsidies, but has now pretty much abolished it, as did the UK as soon as it Brexited).
Pollinators such as wild #bees, #butterflies, and #hoverflies are in trouble worldwide. A major new study, published in Science, shows that the oft-quoted figure of 10% semi-natural habitat in farmland landscapes is far too little to safeguard pollinators
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
Pollinators need more space and 10% habitat is not enough says a new study just published in Science
Pollinators such as wild bees, butterflies, and hoverflies are in trouble worldwide. A major new study, published in Science and led by Gabriella Bishop and other scientists at Wageningen Universit…
jeffollerton.co.uk
September 26, 2025 at 10:52 AM
The conundrum we find everywhere.
Far too little for for the insects, but far too much for the farm lobby (the EU tried to go for 7%, paid for with subsidies, but has now pretty much abolished it, as did the UK as soon as it Brexited).
Far too little for for the insects, but far too much for the farm lobby (the EU tried to go for 7%, paid for with subsidies, but has now pretty much abolished it, as did the UK as soon as it Brexited).
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Pollinators aren’t just bees & butterflies—wasps, flies & beetles matter too! 🌼🐝🪲
Learn how to record them all in our entoLEARN webinar with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social.
Date: 2nd October
Tickets £12.50
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1334343349...
Learn how to record them all in our entoLEARN webinar with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social.
Date: 2nd October
Tickets £12.50
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1334343349...
September 26, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Pollinators aren’t just bees & butterflies—wasps, flies & beetles matter too! 🌼🐝🪲
Learn how to record them all in our entoLEARN webinar with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social.
Date: 2nd October
Tickets £12.50
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1334343349...
Learn how to record them all in our entoLEARN webinar with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social.
Date: 2nd October
Tickets £12.50
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1334343349...
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4. Pollinators like wild bees, butterflies and hoverflies are in trouble all across the planet. A new study published in Science looks at the impacts of farmland:
Pollinators such as wild #bees, #butterflies, and #hoverflies are in trouble worldwide. A major new study, published in Science, shows that the oft-quoted figure of 10% semi-natural habitat in farmland landscapes is far too little to safeguard pollinators
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
Pollinators need more space and 10% habitat is not enough says a new study just published in Science
Pollinators such as wild bees, butterflies, and hoverflies are in trouble worldwide. A major new study, published in Science and led by Gabriella Bishop and other scientists at Wageningen Universit…
jeffollerton.co.uk
September 26, 2025 at 9:39 AM
4. Pollinators like wild bees, butterflies and hoverflies are in trouble all across the planet. A new study published in Science looks at the impacts of farmland:
Pollinators such as wild #bees, #butterflies, and #hoverflies are in trouble worldwide. A major new study, published in Science, shows that the oft-quoted figure of 10% semi-natural habitat in farmland landscapes is far too little to safeguard pollinators
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
Pollinators need more space and 10% habitat is not enough says a new study just published in Science
Pollinators such as wild bees, butterflies, and hoverflies are in trouble worldwide. A major new study, published in Science and led by Gabriella Bishop and other scientists at Wageningen Universit…
jeffollerton.co.uk
September 26, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Pollinators such as wild #bees, #butterflies, and #hoverflies are in trouble worldwide. A major new study, published in Science, shows that the oft-quoted figure of 10% semi-natural habitat in farmland landscapes is far too little to safeguard pollinators
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/26/p...
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🌸🐝 What do pollinators really need beyond flowers?
Find out with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social in Gardening for Pollinators: It’s About More Than Just Flowers!
Join us on 14 Jan 2026 on this Online Symposium.
Check it out here:
👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1419239717...
Find out with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social in Gardening for Pollinators: It’s About More Than Just Flowers!
Join us on 14 Jan 2026 on this Online Symposium.
Check it out here:
👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1419239717...
September 19, 2025 at 2:23 PM
🌸🐝 What do pollinators really need beyond flowers?
Find out with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social in Gardening for Pollinators: It’s About More Than Just Flowers!
Join us on 14 Jan 2026 on this Online Symposium.
Check it out here:
👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1419239717...
Find out with Prof @jeffollerton.bsky.social in Gardening for Pollinators: It’s About More Than Just Flowers!
Join us on 14 Jan 2026 on this Online Symposium.
Check it out here:
👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1419239717...
On Thursday, October 2 at 6:30pm, I’m running an online webinar on the theme of Surveying for Pollinators for the Biological Recording Company as part of their Skills for Ecology series. Follow this link for more details:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/19/s...
#biodiversity #bees #butterflies #ecology
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/19/s...
#biodiversity #bees #butterflies #ecology
Surveying for Pollinators: join me for an online live webinar on 4th October!
On Thursday, October 2 at 6:30pm, I’m running an online webinar on the theme of Surveying for Pollinators. Follow that link for more details and to book a ticket. Here’s an overview of …
jeffollerton.co.uk
September 19, 2025 at 12:50 PM
On Thursday, October 2 at 6:30pm, I’m running an online webinar on the theme of Surveying for Pollinators for the Biological Recording Company as part of their Skills for Ecology series. Follow this link for more details:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/19/s...
#biodiversity #bees #butterflies #ecology
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/19/s...
#biodiversity #bees #butterflies #ecology
A new review gives us a deeper understanding of the evolution of plant-pollinator interactions!
A brilliant critical review of the Grant–Stebbins model of how plants evolve by Kathleen Kay and Bruce Anderson just published.
Read more about it here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/12/a...
A brilliant critical review of the Grant–Stebbins model of how plants evolve by Kathleen Kay and Bruce Anderson just published.
Read more about it here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/12/a...
A new review gives us a deeper understanding of the evolution of plant-pollinator interactions
If you’ve read my book Birds & Flowers: An Intimate 50 Million Year Relationship, you’ll know that I spend a few pages discussing the long-standing paradigm of how interactions betw…
jeffollerton.co.uk
September 12, 2025 at 10:04 AM
A new review gives us a deeper understanding of the evolution of plant-pollinator interactions!
A brilliant critical review of the Grant–Stebbins model of how plants evolve by Kathleen Kay and Bruce Anderson just published.
Read more about it here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/12/a...
A brilliant critical review of the Grant–Stebbins model of how plants evolve by Kathleen Kay and Bruce Anderson just published.
Read more about it here: jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/12/a...
If you are in or around Cambridge next week, I’m giving a talk on Friday 12th September at the Cambridgeshire Bird Club about my recent book 'Birds & Flowers: An Intimate 50 Million Year Relationship'. More details here:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/04/j...
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/04/j...
Join me for a “Birds & Flowers” talk in Cambridge on the 12th September!
If you are in or around Cambridge next week, I’m giving a talk on Friday 12th September at the Cambridgeshire Bird Club about my recent book Birds & Flowers: An Intimate 50 Million Year R…
jeffollerton.co.uk
September 4, 2025 at 10:47 AM
If you are in or around Cambridge next week, I’m giving a talk on Friday 12th September at the Cambridgeshire Bird Club about my recent book 'Birds & Flowers: An Intimate 50 Million Year Relationship'. More details here:
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/04/j...
jeffollerton.co.uk/2025/09/04/j...