From bumblebees to butterflies, this Virginia city rolled out the green carpet for pollinators.
One Southside city recently became a beeacon of hope to area pollinators over the summer.
Danville, a Virginia border city to North Carolina, received destination as an official Bee City USA community. To achieve the honor, areas must show commitment to creating healthy habitats that support pollinators.
In Danville, the pollinator population includes:
- Native bees
- Butterflies
- Moths
- Hummingbirds
- and more.
You can access sites specially designed to attract pollinators at serval locations throughout the city, including the Ruby B. Archie Public Library, Danville City Hall, Riverwalk Trail, Danville Police Department, and more.
In addition to creating safe spaces for local pollinators, cities with Bee City USA destinations also help educate the community with information about sustainable habitats and environmentally responsible practices.
According to the city’s government website, “Danville’s involvement includes establishing pollinator gardens at city-managed locations, supporting local community groups in creating pollinator-friendly spaces, reducing pesticide usage, and organizing educational workshops and events focused on pollinator conservation.”
