Identifying Wild Bees
Found bees in your yard? Got a picture? We’ll help you identify them!
With almost 400 species of wild bees in Alberta, it can be tricky to tell them apart! We’re here to help. Send your photos to info@albertanativebeecouncil.ca or through our social media sites.
Bumble bee Identification Guide
There are at least 30 species of bumble bees found in Alberta.
Here is our guide to identifying the common ones in central Alberta: