The Buzz On... Crown Bees
Our staff and partners share their knowledge and discoveries about our favorite pollinators.
Stayed tuned for new videos each week, hosted on YouTube. Watch the full The Buzz On... playlist here.
Most Recent Buzz
April 19 - 30
The Buzz On... Houdini Flies
Also known as Cacoxenus indagator, this crafty parasite is a kleptoparasite—a thief among insects. In the world of bees, kleptoparasites lay their eggs within bee nests, where upon hatching, their larvae consume the pollen intended for developing bees, sometimes even preying on the bees themselves. Click here for more information about the Houdini Fly.
The Buzz On... Mason Bees
Mason bees are perfect pollinators for spring gardens, farms, and orchards because they are gentle, easy to raise, and are fun to watch. Click here for more information on raising Mason bees.
The Buzz On... Leafcutter Bees
The super-pollinators of summer! Leafcutter bees are perfect for mid-late season garden vegetables and fruits, such as apples, tomatoes, peppers, squash, beans, and peas. Click here for more information on raising Leafcutter bees.
How Climate is Affecting Leafcutters
The Buzz On... Creating a Bee Oasis
No matter they type of home you live - an apartment with a balcony or a house with a yard - you can provide a habitat for the native bees in your area.
The Buzz On... Community Resources
By engaging your neighbors and local officials, you can make a difference for native bees!
