Our mission is to protect California’s native bees by fostering sustainable stewardship through research, education, and conservation.
Photo by Ian M. Wright
Upcoming Meeting & Speaker
We meet on the second Tuesday of each month on Zoom at 6:30 pm.
Upcoming Events
Join us for bee events, guided walks, workshops, and community activities that help protect California’s native bees.
Past Speakers
Kevin Huntley: What’s buzzin’ in Humboldt – May…
Kevin Huntley has been fascinated by insects since childhood and has spent decades studying insects. His passion for these remarkable animals has inspired him…
Lorquin Scholars: Cole Cramer and Connor Hsu
Cole Cramer and Connor Hsu are high school juniors with a shared passion for entomology and insect biodiversity. They are the co-founders and co-leaders…
Dr. Leif Richardson: California Bumble Bee Atlas: Community…
Dr. Richardson is a conservation biologist with The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation, where he leads the California Bumble Bee Atlas, a community science…
Recent Blog Posts
Bee Photography and iNaturalist Tips
Photographing native bees can help researchers, educators, and community scientists better understand local pollinators. Use these tips to stay safe, get better photos, and…
Designating a State Bee!
California is home to more native bee species than 1,600 bee species, but it doesn’t yet have an official State Bee. The California Native Bee Society is launching a statewide effort to select a species that represents our remarkable native pollinators. Stay posted to help us choose California’s State Bee. We will be sharing details on the native bee candidates and asking for you to vote in coming months.