Backyard Butterflies

Beloved Bumblebees

Description

Bumblebee populations are reported to be in decline. We will discuss the various species of bumble bees, how to identify them, and their special relationship with such flowers as false indigo (Baptisia australis).

Availability

This class is available during the last week of April and the first two weeks of May to coincide with the false indigo flowering period.

duration

Class time is variable between 60–90 minutes.

Hands on learning

We will safely capture live bumblebees for identification and observation then release them.

customization

We can customize parts of this class to suit your group's needs.

Location

This class can only be conducted in our backyard habitat.

recommended ages

Ages 8+ are recommended for this class

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