Bee Directory
Explore 30 bee species found in both Switzerland and North America, with photos, bilingual descriptions, and family groupings.
Explore →Wild Bees & Biodiversity
Discover 30 wild bee species found in Switzerland — with photos, descriptions, and a family overview. Each species is also native to North America.
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30 catalogued bee species
5 bee families represented
632 bee species in Switzerland
Explore Biodiversity
Whether you have a sunny balcony or a sprawling garden, there's a world of wildlife to discover and nurture.
Identification Guide
Find out which bee you spotted. Select traits and narrow down the species.
Explore →Seasonal Guide
Plan year-round blooms for your garden with flowering calendars that support pollinators every month.
Coming soonBee Home Evaluations
Reviews of bee houses and nesting aids from real balcony observations — what works and what doesn't.
Coming soonWhy Bees Matter
Wild bees are indispensable pollinators: one in three of our food plants depends on them. Switzerland is home to over 600 wild bee species — many of which can be found in gardens and on balconies.
This directory features 30 species found in both Switzerland and North America — a window into the fascinating world of pollinators.
Ready for the Bees?
Explore all 30 species with photos, descriptions, and fascinating details about their behavior and habitat.
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