Our mission is to protect California’s native bees by fostering sustainable stewardship through research, education, and conservation.
Photo by Ian M. Wright
Designating a State Bee!
California is home to more than 1,600 native 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.
Upcoming Meeting & Speaker
We meet on the second Tuesday of each month on Zoom at 6:30 pm.
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Upcoming Events
Join us for bee events, guided walks, workshops, and community activities that help protect California’s native bees.
Past Speakers
Concentrated Vulnerabilities in Bees: Charlie Thrift
Charlie studies at UC Santa Barbara under advisors Katja Seltmann of the Big-Bee Project and Hillary Young. His research combines museum specimens, fieldwork, and…
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…
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…