Records of Bees from British Columbia I: West Kootenay

Study Extent

West Kootenay

Sampling

Native bee species were sampled using blue vane (BV) traps. The sampling period was from May 2, 2020 - July 14, 2020. Sampling duration was 14-72 days. Sample duration was typically 14-18 days, with the exception of some sampling sites which experienced substantial flooding and traps could not be recovered safely until flooding subsided. Three BV traps were set at each of six camas sites. Food grade propylene glycol was used as a preservative in the traps. At each site, the contents of the three BV traps were pooled to produce a single sample. The contents of a sample were transferred to jars containing 95% ethanol. Where traps were stolen, vandalized, damaged by wildlife or lost to flooding, it is noted in the record. Thirteen BV trap samples were collected which produced 1529 insect specimens, including 1440 bee specimens.

Method steps

1. Pinned and labeled insect specimens prepared from samples preserved in alcohol.

Seven field sites distributed within the Regional District of the Central Kootenay and Regional District of the Kootenay Boundary in British Columbia, Canada.