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As climate change continues to alter the abiotic environment, many organisms must adapt to survive. In montane systems where changes in elevation can present noticeable changes in temperature and moisture, many organisms may adapt to climate change by migrating to higher elevations. Bumble bees, which are diverse and abundant in temperate montane ecosystems, may be vulnerable to climate change as changing environments alter the composition of plants. However, it’s unclear whether the elevational ranges of bumble bees have shifted over time. Here, we analyze a new survey in the context of a long-term project monitoring the elevational distributions of bumble bee communities near Crested Butte, Colorado. Our findings suggest that some species may be shifting to higher elevation, but many appear to be stable.
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