National Geographic photographer Crystal Hickman showcases native bees and new book Crystal Hickman, a National Geographic Explorer and conservation photographer, discussed her book The ABC's of California Native Bees (published Oct. 21) and explained the ecological role of specialist native pollinators, field research methods and community-science tools such as iNaturalist.

Discover the astonishing world of California's native bees and how one photographer's journey is bringing attention to these essential pollinators in her new book!

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Observed a Papilio troilus (Spicebush Swallowtail) feeding on nectar from a butterfly bush
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Not all butterflies sip nectar! 🦋 The speckled wood prefers honeydew, a sweet aphid excretion. Nature is weird, wonderful, and resourceful. 🍬🌿

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