Posted by: Sandy Steinman | June 16, 2026

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Designates 1.5 Million Acres of Critical Habitat for Rusty Patched Bumble Bee

XERCES Society reported

The decision reflects years of dedication from researchers, conservation partners, volunteers, and community scientists working to better understand and protect this iconic native bee. The rusty patched bumble bee was first petitioned for Endangered Species Act protection by the Xerces Society in 2013.

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