Stingless bees in Peru now have legal rights, recognizing their ecological importance and protecting vital rainforest ...

The term pollinators is broad and includes all animals that transfer pollen, which contains DNA, from one flower to another. The most well-known pollinators are European honeybees, but the term also ...

Honey bees and other pollinating insects contribute billions of dollars to the American economy. (Photo by Keng-Lou James Hung) Non-native honeybees are so effective at pollinating, they pose a ...

Over 400 native bee species exist in New York, most of which are solitary ground-nesters. Native bees are vital pollinators, especially for certain fruits and vegetables, using a "buzz pollination" ...

Projects affiliated with the University of California have helped farmers integrate and support native bee populations. The presence of native pollinators not only increases crop yield, research has ...

This has been a question I’ve been asked and the point of lengthy discussion for many, many years now. The short answer is both! Why? Because planting biodiversity is the key to growing a healthy ...

Q: What can I do in my garden to help out the bees? I know I should plant more flowers, but what type? Is there anything else I can do? European honeybees are the most familiar pollinators, but native ...

Join Mr. Peterson as he explores two native Michigan bees and their role in pollination. Have you heard all the buzz about bees lately? Join Mr. Peterson as he explores two native Michigan bees and ...

The United States has an amazing and diverse array of native bees. Across the country live about 4,000 native bee species — most of which are solitary and nest in the ground — coming in nearly every ...