Bees

The Arctic bumblebee (Bombus polaris) is a cold-adapted pollinator found across northern tundra regions. Its dense hair, powerful flight muscles, and ability to generate body … Read More

Bombus lucorum, commonly known as the white-tailed bumblebee, is a widespread bumblebee found across the UK, Europe, and parts of northern Asia. It has a … Read More

The garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum) is a distinctive long-tongued bumblebee found across much of the UK and Europe. It is recognized by its black body, … Read More

The red-tailed bumblebee (Bombus lapidarius) is a striking black bumblebee with a bright orange-red tail, widely seen across Britain in gardens, parks, farmland, and open … Read More

Bombus impatiens, commonly known as the common eastern bumble bee, is one of the most widespread and familiar bumble bees in eastern North America. It … Read More

Hunt’s bumblebee (Bombus huntii) is a colorful native bumblebee found mainly across western North America. Its combination of yellow, black, and bright orange-red hairs makes … Read More

The rusty patched bumblebee (Bombus affinis) is a native North American pollinator recognized by the rusty-colored patch found on the abdomen of workers and males. … Read More

The American bumblebee (Bombus pensylvanicus) is a large native pollinator recognized by its fuzzy black-and-yellow body and powerful flight. Once widespread across much of eastern … Read More

The alfalfa leafcutter bee is an important solitary pollinator widely used in commercial alfalfa seed production. Unlike honey bees, these bees do not live in … Read More

Bee stings are common and usually not serious, but they can cause pain, swelling, and discomfort. Knowing how to treat a bee sting quickly can … Read More