Bees: An Identification and Native Plant Forage Guide by Heather Holm

From the Publisher: A field guide illustrating the bees that occur in north-central and eastern United States and southern Canada and the native plants that support them. BEE IDENTIFICATION SECTION A comprehensive guide illustrating the bees that occur in north-central and eastern United States and southern Canada ​In-depth profiles of 27 bee genera covering the life cycles, habitats, diet, foraging behaviors, crops pollinated, plant specializations, nesting lifestyles, seasonality, and preferred native forage plants 12 additional summary profiles for uncommon genera PLANT SECTION: WHAT TO PLANT FOR BEES Comprehensive profiles of approximately 100 native trees, shrubs, and perennials for the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast regions including insect and bird visitation information and bee specializations ​Over 1500 stunning photographs, detailed descriptions, and accessible science​  This well-illustrated guide captures the beauty, diversity, and engaging world of bees that occu