Our Native Bees Book

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Our Native Bees follows Paige Embry’s yearlong quest to uncover the overlooked but vital native bees of North America. Blending conversations with farmers, gardeners, and scientist s, the book reveals why these endangered pollinators are essential to our ecosystems and food supply. Embry joins experts in the field, searches for the possibly extinct Franklin’s bumble bee, raises blue orchard bees in her fridge, and visits creative conservation efforts like pollinator-friendly golf courses. Short, engaging, and eye-opening, Our Native Bees is a must-read for nature lovers and anyone curious about the hidden world of bees. Author: Paige Embry Publisher: Timber Press Publication Year: 2018 Hardcover 224 pages Product Dimensions: 6.50" x 9.10" x 1.00" About the Author: Paige Embry has a BS in geology from Duke University and an MS in geology from the University of Montana. She has worked as an environmental consultant, taught horticulture and geology classes, and run a garden design and coaching business. She has written articles for Horticulture, The American Gardener, and other magazines. Show more