A NATIVE BEE CAMERA TRAP TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE PRACTICE AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

The goal of this project is to develop a high-resolution camera trap for imaging and species identification of native bees that enhances capabilities in environmental monitoring to support both conservation and sustainable agriculture practices. Objective 1) Design and validate an optical configuration for high-resolution imaging and species identification of pollinators. Objective 2) Tailor a pollinator attractant for compatibility with the optics system, and modular attachment method for use of alternative attractants. Objective 3) Develop a methodology for detection of an insect on the imaging stage and pollinator attractant.