Today, I made another excursion to Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge in Portland, Oregon, and I was captivated by the diverse array of bee species that call this lush habitat home.

Continue readingExploring the Buzz: Bees of Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge

Leaf cutter bees are remarkable solitary pollinators known for cutting precise circles from leaves to build their nest cells. They're significantly more efficient pollinators than honeybees per insect, and they're easy to attract to your garden.

Pollinators carry pollen from flower to flower, enabling plants to produce fruits and seeds. This post explains which species are pollinators, why pollination matters, and what we can do to support these crucial creatures.

This is my favorite bee to photograph. I took these photos inOaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge....