The bee you're trying to save might not be the one that needs help. Uncover the surprising truth about bee conservation and how to protect our *real* pollinators. thepixelspulse.com/posts/why-nati… #honeybees #nativebees #bumblebees

When you’re that big it helps to rev up the engine before takeoff. [Xylocopa sonorina male, Alameda, CA 3-26-26] #bees #nativebees

In today’s episode of “When you’re so small California poppy anthers are like tree trunks to you”… this little Dialictus bee. [Alameda, CA 3-20-26] #bees #nativebees

Our local Andrena bees are officially on the move. [Alameda, CA 3-20-26] #bees #nativebees

Finally made it out to scout for #NativeBees before we begin our surveys Pretty good day Protosmia rubifloris, Eucera sp., Osmia sp., Lasioglossum ovaliceps

It’s officially warm enough that the small and very small bees are on the move. Larger to smaller, Lasioglossum kincaidii, Halictus tripartitus and Dialictus, all females. I spotted two Agapostemon subtilior, but they did not 📷cooperate. [Alameda, CA 3-13-26] #bees #nativebeesk

Solitary native bees are incredible pollinators, often outperforming honey bees! They carry pollen uniquely, showcasing remarkable diversity and efficiency. #NativeBees #Pollinators #Ecology

Not just bees - they’re the silent managers of life, growth, and beauty in your garden. To know more visit our website:- ahigardens.com.au/learning-centr… #NativeBees #UrbanGardening #Sustainability #Pollinators #EcoFriendly #HomeGarden #AHIGarden

Our beloved fence pets are back. [Xylocopa sonorina male and female, Alameda, CA 2-28-26] #bees #nativebees

Before you cut back dead stems this spring, pause. Many native bees are still overwintering inside them. Early cleanup = lost pollinators. Wait for consistent warmth. Leave 12–18 inches standing. Small action. Big impact. 🐝🌿 #NativeBees #PollinatorGarden #LeaveTheStemsC7

We have a winner of our 2026 Spring Bee Competition! The winner is UT student Arya Vyas. Read more here about the contest biodiversity.utexas.edu/news/features/… #entomology #nativebees

Blue-banded bee 💙🐝💙 #ILoveBees #Australia #NativeBees #NaturePhotography #SydneyqoO

The female dodged me today but not long after a male appeared, taking a break from turf patrol. Presented in quarter-speed-o-vision. [Xylocopa tabaniformis orpifex, Alameda, CA 2-3-26] #bees #nativebees

I spotted a Foothill Carpenter Bee yesterday but didn’t manage to get a picture. I went to another spot I knew they like to frequent today and sure enough... [Alameda, CA 1-30-26] #bees #nativebees

Many native bees overwinter in stems, soil, leaves, and old wood. A “messy” winter garden helps them survive—and pollinate early in spring. 🐝 Leave stems, skip tilling, keep some leaves. Nature knows what it’s doing. #NativeBees #PollinatorFriendly #BeeFriendlyGardenr