Community identification
Bumble Bee
Bombus sp.
- Order & Family
- Order: Hymenoptera, Family: Apidae
- Size
- Typically 10-25 mm in length, depending on the caste (queens are largest).
Natural Habitat
Found in temperate regions in diverse habitats including gardens, meadows, forests, and suburban areas.
Diet & Feeding
Nectar and pollen collected from a wide variety of flowering plants.
Behavior Patterns
Social insects that live in colonies founded by a single queen; known for 'buzz pollination' where they vibrate their bodies to release pollen.
Risks & Benefits
Essential pollinators for ecosystem health and agriculture; can sting if they feel threatened or if the nest is disturbed, but are generally non-aggressive.