Pollinator Resources

Resources for Protecting Pollinators in Nevada

An Extension resource library 

Bumble bee on milkweed flower
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Pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, birds, and bats, play a vital role in maintaining biodiversity and pollinating plants we depend on for food. However, pollinators are facing significant threats, including habitat loss, pesticide exposure, climate change, and disease. 

But you can be part of the solution!

Getting Started

Basic identification and pollinator gardening guides

 
Bee Identification Did you know there are more than 1,000 bee species in Nevada?
Leaf cutter bee
Create a Pollinator-Friendly Garden Support pollinators in your own yard
Pollinator-friendly garden with native plants.

 

Additional Resources

Bee on blanket flower

Pollinator Plant Lists

Lists and publications with suggested pollinator plants for Nevada

Shoppers in a plant nursery

Where to Purchase Native and Pollinator Plants

Find plant nurseries and seed suppliers 

Students attend a guided tour at the Biggest Little Pollinator Garden at UNR.

Demonstration Gardens

University of Nevada, Reno pollinator demonstration gardens

Beekeepers inspecting a hive.

Beekeeping Program

See how Extension can assist you with beekeeping