The Center petitioned to list Mojave poppy bees as an endangered species in 2018 and won a legal victory in 2022 to ensure they’re considered for protection. The rusty patched bumblebee is the only ...

“These bees may be tiny but they play an important role in maintaining the health of the unique Mojave Desert ecosystem.” The Fish and Wildlife Service found that protecting the native bee as ...

Nevada's desert landscape is filled with life that ... DRI: In your recent field work, have you seen many native Mojave plants germinating in the deserts around Las Vegas? Pereira: Unfortunately ...