A native North American bumblebee species characterized by distinctive black and golden-yellow coloration, belonging to the genus Bombus in the order Hymenoptera.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Temperate grasslands, prairies, meadows, and agricultural landscapes across eastern and central United States, with preference for open areas with abundant flowering plants.
Ecological Role
Critical pollinator for wildflowers, crops, and native plant ecosystems; contributes significantly to biodiversity maintenance and agricultural productivity through pollination services.
Morphology
SKIN COATDense golden-yellow and black hair coat providing thermal regulation and visual warning coloration
LIMBS WINGSTwo pairs of membranous wings, strong legs with specialized pollen-collecting structures, capable of efficient flight and foraging
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes, sensitive antennae for environmental navigation and chemical detection, specialized mandibles for nectar and pollen collection
BODY STRUCTUREMedium-sized bee, approximately 15-20 mm in length, with robust and densely-haired body typical of bumblebee species
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: USGS Native Bee Inventory and Monitoring Laboratory from Beltsville, USA
