Pollinator Conservation in New Jersey with Robert Somes

Description

Somes will present an overview of bee, butterfly and pollinator biodiversity in New Jersey and will share some of the ongoing NJDEP conservation work related to these species.  Many times the term pollinator conservation is used to lump together a wide variety of different species with very different life histories and habitat requirements. This creates challenges for conservation practitioners and land managers which he will discuss. Additionally, Somes will share information about pollinator kits the state prepares for NJ gardeners. 

Bio

Robert Somes is a Senior Zoologist with New Jersey Fish and Wildlife – Endangered and Nongame Species Program.  He is the Insect Conservation Project Leader as well as the Pinelands Regional Biologist.

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