There is a possibility that poisons used for rural applications are killing out these delicate little insects. Consequently, we see the trees containing Native Bees dozed into a heap and just burnt. Our philosophy is to attempt to save these Native Bees where possible, develop a system whereby they can be artificially housed and increased, and to promote their use as valuable pollinators. Some people keep Native Bees as a Novelty item. We would be the first to admit that these little creatures are amazing to watch at work.
Much time is consumed simply standing beside their hive observing their activity.
Other people may sincerely believe that they are contributing towards the protection of the species. There are people who just like seeing these bees on their garden flowers. People allergic to Honeybee stings may find that keeping Native Bees is less dangerous. Native Bees may be more efficient pollinators than Honeybees on some crops. We have no doubt that these little bees will take a look at any flower, if the hive is close enough.