Washington State is a diverse landscape, ranging from coastal rainforests, to mountain meadows, to desert and all things in between. In these ecosystems, over 600 species of native bees are at work, each playing vital roles in the state's intricate ecosystems. At Washington Native Bee Society, we are passionate about bee diversity and are dedicated to safeguarding our state's unique bee populations and their habitats. Through our educational programs and advocacy work, we aim to raise awareness about the importance of preserving these incredible creatures. Our organization is committed to working with all communities to support and promote conservation efforts and create a more bee-friendly state for everyone.
50% of the 600 bees have not been collected or reported since the 1970s
Disappearing species
Washington Native Bee Society has been hard at work building a better world for bees in our state. Find out we have achieved, our bold plans, and how you can get involved.
Our work
Washington is a diverse land encompassing habitats from rainforest to high desert. Discover how your backyard habitat can be enhanced for bee conservation
Build your Washington bee garden
There are 600+ native bee species found in Washington State
Use our online field guide to explore the vast diversity.
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