
Bumblebee - Wikipedia
A bumblebee (or bumble bee, bumble-bee, or humble-bee) is any of over 250 species in the genus Bombus, part of Apidae, one of the bee families. This genus is the only extant group in the tribe …
Bumblebee | Description, Species, Life Cycle, & Facts | Britannica
Jan 2, 2026 · Bumblebee is the common name for any member of the insect genus Bombus. They occur over much of the world but are most common in temperate climates. Bumblebees are robust and …
Bumble Bees - Facts, Information & Pictures - Animal Corner
We can recognise Bumble Bees from their very loud buzzing. They can be seen bobbing around flowers and are a good indication that spring is here. Bumblebees are usually a very distinctive black and …
About Bumble Bees - Xerces Society
All bumble bees belong to the genus Bombus within the family Apidae. The family Apidae includes the well-known honey bees and bumble bees, as well as carpenter bees, cuckoo bees, digger bees, …
Bumble Bees | Bee Lab
Bumble bees all belong to the genus Bombus in the family Apidae, the same family as honey bees, digger bees, squash bees, orchid bees, and stingless bees. They have special adaptations for colder …
Proposed Nationwide Conservation Benefit Agreement for Bumble Bees
Jan 22, 2026 · The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing an enhancement of survival permit under a nationwide conservation benefit agreement to support at-risk bumble bees on energy and …
The Bumble Bee Lifestyle - Penn State Extension
Sep 10, 2024 · Just like honey bees, bumble bees store pollen within specialized branched hairs (or scopae), that are located in grooves on their hind legs (called corbiculae). Together, the scopae and …
Bumblebees - US Forest Service
Bumblebees (of the genus Bombus) are common native bees and important pollinators in most areas of North America. In spring, queens emerge from underground where they have spent the winter, and …
Identify Bumble Bees Like a Pro: A Comprehensive Guide
Jun 27, 2025 · Learn to identify bumble bees with our expert guide, covering physical characteristics, species, and regional variations. Discover how to spot these vital pollinators in the wild and support …
Pollinators - Bumble bee - U.S. National Park Service
Feb 13, 2015 · Bumblebees rear their young with nutritious and protein-rich pollen, while the high sugar content of the plants’ nectar provides the bees with both food and energy.