Tag: yellow
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Northern amber bumble bee (Bombus borealis)
Apidae > Bombus > Bombus borealis Northern amber bumble bee (Bombus borealis) is aptly named: this is a bee of northern latitudes with dark gold hair all over its body. This long-tongue species occupies open lands near forests, and seems to be increasingly widespread in recent years. We find them mainly on legumes with deep…
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Golden northern bumble bee (Bombus fervidus)
Apidae > Bombus > Bombus fervidus Golden northern bumble bee (Bombus fervidus) is always a treat to see. This handsome bumble bee is found in open lands including meadows, agricultural fields, and cities. Through B. fervidus is widespread, it is never very common, and is thought to be in decline, possibly due to the widespread…