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Dialictus sweat bee at the end of a phacelia flower stamen

Over 600 Species of Native Bees are found in Washington State

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February Meeting

Thursday, February 27th at 7:00 pm PDT on Zoom     

           

Obtaining a better understanding of bees

 

Zach Portman will discuss his recent and ongoing efforts to find new and cryptic bee species, whow how iNaturalis has transformed our understanding of the biology and distribution of many bee species, and discuss how he has been integrating some of this knowledge into research on the basic biology and natural history of bees.      

          

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Six native bees in portrait on a white ebackground, images by Joe Dlugo

Our Mission

Promoting awareness and conservation of Washington’s native bees and other wild pollinators by building community through education, advocacy, and action

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The Bee Diversity of Washington State Poster
 

A poster showing the dozens of species of bees from Washington State

A WaNBS original poster that showcases a wide diversity of native bees from across our state. Meticulously photographed by Joe Dlugo, from the tiny fairy bee to the commanding Hunt's bumble bee queen, this vibrant poster offers an unforgettable glimpse into the beauty and significance of these crucial pollinators. Get yours today!

 

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