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Federally Endangered Bees Showing Up In Lake County

An uptick in sightings of the rusty patched bumble bee is creating a buzz in Lake County.

Nine rusty patched bumble bees were found at six of 13 Lake County forest preserves recently surveyed.
Nine rusty patched bumble bees were found at six of 13 Lake County forest preserves recently surveyed. (Lake County Forest Preserve)

September 21, 2022 03:00 PM

An uptick in sightings of the federally endangered rusty patched bumble bee is creating a buzz in Lake County.

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