A distinctive bumblebee species native to Europe, characterized by its robust body and prominent red tail segment.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in diverse landscapes including grasslands, meadows, gardens, woodland edges, and agricultural areas across temperate European regions, typically at elevations between 0-1500 meters.
Ecological Role
Critical pollinator for wildflowers, agricultural crops, and maintaining biodiversity; contributes to ecosystem health through extensive nectar and pollen transfer.
LIMBS WINGSTwo pairs of membranous wings, powerful legs with pollen baskets (corbiculae) for efficient pollen collection
HEAD SENSORYCompound eyes, sensitive antennae, advanced visual and olfactory perception for navigation and foraging
BODY STRUCTURELarge, robust bee with queen measuring 22-26 mm, workers 11-17 mm; black body with distinctive bright red/orange terminal abdominal segment
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Flocci Nivis
