Bumble Bee
Scientific Name: Bombus
Order & Family: Hymenoptera: Apidae
Size: 10 mm to 23 mm (0.4 to 0.9 inches)
Natural Habitat
Gardens, meadows, forests, and agricultural lands where flowering plants are present.
Diet & Feeding
Adults feed on nectar for energy and gather pollen to feed their larvae.
Behavior Patterns
Eusocial insects that live in colonies founded by a single queen; known for 'buzz pollination' where they vibrate flowers to release pollen.
Risks & Benefits
Vital pollinators for wild plants and crops; they can sting if threatened, though they are generally non-aggressive.
Identified on: 5/21/2026