Chilean Bees: a World of Unique Species From the Desert to the Forests

Pollinators of cacti in the north or guardians of ancient flowers in the south, our bees sustain biodiversity in some of the most extreme landscapes on the planet. Chile is home to more than 450 species of native bees, many unique in the world, which maintain balance in its extreme landscapes and are essential for biodiversity. When we think of bees, we often imagine hives brimming with honey and incessant buzzing. But in the valleys, mountains,…