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Broken-belted Bumble Bee

Broken-belted Bumble Bee

Bombus soroeensis

A medium-sized bumblebee species native to European regions, characterized by distinctive color patterns and ecological adaptability in temperate landscapes.

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Broken-belted Bumble Bee
Broken-belted Bumble Bee
Broken-belted Bumble Bee
Broken-belted Bumble Bee
Broken-belted Bumble Bee
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Found in open meadows, grasslands, gardens, and woodland edges across Europe, particularly in regions with diverse flowering plant communities

Ecological Role

Critical pollinator of wildflowers and agricultural crops, contributing to ecosystem biodiversity and plant reproduction through specialized foraging behaviors

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Dense, insulating hair covering providing thermal regulation and visual warning coloration
  • LIMBS WINGS Two pairs of membranous wings, specialized pollen-collecting legs with scopae for efficient nectar and pollen transport
  • HEAD SENSORY Complex compound eyes, sensitive antennae for chemical and environmental detection, mandibular structures adapted for nectar extraction
  • BODY STRUCTURE Robust, fuzzy body with segmented thorax and abdomen, typical of Bombus genus; body length approximately 12-16 mm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
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