Bees are the world’s greatest pollinators, and they help with the pollination of one-third of the food we consume. They are also a massive part of our global economy. But there isn't just one type of bee, to truly understand bees you need to be able to distinguish between the most common types of bees.
Learn about bees that live in Australia. They are a bit different than bees that live in North America but they love to pollinate flowers just the same.
This site allows citizen scientists to upload photos and information about bumble bees to help research scientists learn more about North American bumble bees and the ecosystems they are living in.
This extensive article includes information about bees' habitat, distribution, reproduction and biology. The article also has information about pollination and threats to bees.
The best habitats for bumblebees are those that offer plenty of flowers to feed on during the entire active phase of the bees’ lifecycle (from March until October). This will ensure that there is a good supply of pollen at all of the crucial times.
