
Community identification
Bumblebee
Bombus spp.
- Order & Family
- Order: Hymenoptera, Family: Apidae
- Size
- 10 mm to 25 mm (0.4 to 1.0 inch) depending on the caste and species.
Natural Habitat
Meadows, gardens, and woodlands with abundant flowering plants, where they nest underground or in sheltered cavities.
Diet & Feeding
Nectar and pollen collected from flowering plants.
Behavior Patterns
Eusocial insects living in colonies with a queen, workers, and drones. They practice buzz pollination to release pollen from flowers.
Risks & Benefits
Extremely beneficial as major pollinators for wildflowers and agricultural crops. They are generally docile and only sting if directly provoked or if their nest is threatened.