Supporting Pollinators in Boulder
Did you know?
Colorado is home to around 1,000 species of native bees, and more than half of these (around 550) are found in Boulder County! But bees aren’t the only pollinators that call Boulder home. Butterflies, moths, beetles, wasps, and flies are just as important, and are often overlooked!
Artwork by Faith Williams Dyrsten for People & Pollinators Action Network.
The top three things you can do to support pollinators are:
Provide undisturbed areas for nesting, including leaf litter, flower stems, tree stumps, bare soil, and more.
Avoid pesticides.
Want to learn more?
Take a look at these resources and the list of our community partners who can help you support pollinators in Boulder!
Resources for Supporting Pollinators
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2024 Colorado Native Pollinating Insects Health Study
The study outlines how Colorado is home to a rich community of native insects whose pollinating services are at the heart of healthy environments and economies, but concludes that overall, the status of Colorado’s native pollinating insects is tenuous, with the primary drivers of decline being habitat loss, inadequate land-management practices, pesticides, competition from non-native species, and climate change, among others.
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Pollinator Conservation Resources
Xerces Society has gathered this region-specific collection of publications, native plant and seed suppliers, and other resources to aid in planning, establishing, restoring, and maintaining pollinator habitat—as well as materials to help you learn about the species of invertebrates and native plants you might encounter.
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Habitat Assessment Guide for Pollinators
This tool from Xerces Society will help you evaluate pollinator habitat in yards, gardens, and parks, and identify areas for improvement.
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Nesting and Overwintering Habitat for Beneficial Insects
This guide by Xerces Society will help you learn how to provide important nesting habitat for pollinators and other beneficial insects.
