For more information about pollinators:
Looking for a good read about bees, butterflies, and beyond? We’ve put together a list of our favorite pollinator-related books — from practical gardening guides and fascinating science stories to beautifully illustrated kids’ books and field guides. These picks come recommended by local Extension educators and university experts, so whether you’re just getting started or deep into native plant ID, there’s something here for every curious mind.
BeeSpotter is a community science project at the University of Illinois that allows the public to contribute bee population data across the Midwest. BeeSpotter aims to preserve bee diversity and enhance pollinator appreciation by educating the public about pollinators and encouraging bee photography to study and physically engage with bees in a sustainable way.
The Illinois Extension Pollinators website is provides information for everything pollinators in Illinois, such as the importance of pollinators, plants pollinators use, and pre-planned pollinator garden designs.
Pollinator Partnership is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization — the largest in the world dedicated exclusively to the protection and promotion of pollinators and their ecosystems through conservation, education, and research. Signature initiatives include the NAPPC (North American Pollinator Protection Campaign), National Pollinator Week, and the Ecoregional Planting Guides. Learn more about how Pollinator Partnership is dedicated exclusively to the health of pollinating animals by downloading our Protecting Pollinators, People, and the Planet brochure!
The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is an international nonprofit organization that protects the natural world through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitats.