About this Collection
This collection provides resources for researchers and surveyors of rusty patched bumble bees.
Links to Rusty Patched Bumble Bee Maps
Use the links below to access rusty patched bumble bee maps used for section 7 ESA consultations, scientific recovery permits, survey prioritization, and other conservation activities.
View the high potential zone (HPZ) and low potential zone (LPZ) map.
- Federal agencies use HPZs for section 7 ESA consultations. Further information can be found in the voluntary guidance for section 7 consultations.
We recommend scientific recovery permits in the red HPZs and the yellow and blue LPZs. Additional information can be found in the survey guidance for rusty patched bumble bee.
The priority survey grid map is used to help researchers prioritize areas to conduct surveys and conduct other conservation activities.