There are 946 native bee species in Colorado. Most native bees are solitary and nest underground or in drying/dead plant stalks. Studies have shown that native plants are four …

Bees are nature's hard-working heroes, transporting pollen and serving as a vital cog in the ecosystem and crop production. But honeybee cultivation often overshadows the importance …

Count and conserve bees in your community with Native Bee Watch; Why Monitor Bees? There are over 1,000 native bee species in Colorado! With this incredible diversity, we want to learn …

The Colorado Bee List contains 946 valid extant bee species in 66 genera. Distributional data are presented at the county level for each bee species found within Colorado.

Bees, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds, wasps, beetles, flies, and even bats are some of our most important pollinators. As they visit different plant species, collecting nectar and pollen to …

Learn the common types of BEES found in Colorado, AND how to identify them. How many of these species have YOU seen?

Mar 31, 2024 · We spoke with local garden shop owners to get recommendations for bee-friendly flowers and ways to avoid using pesticides to keep your gardens healthy. We also highlighted …

Jul 31, 2020 · Instead, many of the bees found in Colorado set up nests in old logs or piles of leaves, and the majority live underground. Here are ways to promote these pollinators in your …

Constructing a solitary bee habitat is a simple and effective way to add beauty to your backyard landscape or farm while providing necessary habitat for the native bees. Did you know honey …

Our partnership with Alévole aims to build awareness around the importance of green urban spaces as habitat to promote biodiversity that supports the vital work of pollinators, and other …