Alex Morphew
Pollinator Ecologist
Alex Morphew has served as the Pollinator Ecologist for the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) since 2023. Alex received her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado and attended Wichita State University for graduate school, where her research focused on the value of conservation plantings for native bee communities. Beyond native bees, Alex’s work with MDC also encompasses the conservation of a wide range of other insect pollinators and terrestrial invertebrates.
Presentation: Native Bee Diversity
Not many people realize there are over 4,000 species of native bees in the United States alone. Alex will give us a small glance into the habits and preferences of native bees, their incredible biodiversity, and how citizen science projects can make a big difference for these important pollinators. The world of bees is so much larger and complex than just European honeybees. Let's expand what it means to "save the bees"!