Hanford Reach NM Bee Atlas

<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>This feature service presents a comprehensive geospatial dataset documenting native bee populations monitored at Hanford Reach National Monument, located in central Washington State. Data were collected across 2024 and 2025 through standardized sampling methods focusing on pollinator inventory and diversity.</p><p>The HRNM Bee Atlas layer includes detailed records of native bee specimens, encompassing demographic and taxonomic information such as genus, subgenus, species, and sex. The data capture collection specifics including sampling protocol, collector identity, and specimen IDs, along with precise location data such as county, state, and specific locality within the monument. Temporal fields record the date details of collection events. More information about the program can be found here: <a target='_blank' href='https://agr.wa.gov/departments/insects-pests-and-weeds/insects/apiary-pollinators/pollinator-health/bee-atlas' rel='nofollow ugc noopener noreferrer'>https://agr.wa.gov/departments/insects-pests-and-weeds/insects/apiary-pollinators/pollinator-health/bee-atlas</a></p><p><strong>Geographic Coverage</strong></p><p>The dataset covers the Hanford Reach National Monument area managed by Central Washington National Wildlife Refuge Complex, providing valuable information on pollinator biodiversity within this ecologically significant region.</p><p><strong>Applications</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting pollinator research and conservation planning.</li><li>Informing habitat management and restoration efforts.</li><li>Contributing to biodiversity assessments and ecological monitoring initiatives within the monument.</li></ul>