McMaster University recognizes that the University and surrounding Hamilton area, including their nature spaces, are situated on traditional territories shared between the Haudenosaunee confederacy and Anishnaabe nations. These lands are protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum belt. The wampum uses the symbolism of a dish to represent the territory, and one spoon to represent that the people are to share the resources of the land and only take what they need.
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Stop#15 – John Hodgins Engineering

The fifteenth stop on the Bee Trail is located near the John Hodgins Engineering building. It is surrounded by several lush and colourful plants and flowers to create the perfect diverse habitat that supports local bee populations. Some of featured plants include New England Asters, Feather Reed Grass, Butterfly Bushes, Coneflowers, and Dogwood shrubs. This particular home was installed on October 28th, 2021, with help from Facility Services and the Fall 2021 SUSTAIN 3S03 Team.

 

Fun Fact: The family Halictidae includes sweat bees, which are often small to medium-sized and known for their shiny appearance. Some are solitary, while others nest in loose social aggregation. (1)

 

Species Highlight:

Local Native Bee Spotlight: The Northeastern Sweat Bee (Augochloropsis metallica) is a local species of Augochlorini (green) sweat bee found in our area!

 

References:

  1. Pollinator Facts [Internet]. Pollinator Partnership Canada. Available from: https://pollinatorpartnership.ca/en/pollinator-facts