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Tree Bumble Bee

Bombus hypnorum

The Tree Bumble Bee is a fuzzy little insect that loves to buzz around flowers. They are great at helping plants grow by spreading pollen while they collect nectar.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Tree Bumble Bee has a distinctive ginger-brown furry thorax, a black abdomen, and a pure white tail. Its vibrant colours make it easily recognizable among other bumblebees, appearing quite robust and fuzzy.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderHymenopteraFamilyApidaeGenusBombus
Tree Bumble Bee
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Tree Bumble Bee

Category

Insects

Rarity

Common

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Male Tree Bumble Bees create 'mating circuits' to find queens.

The queen is much bigger than her workers, up to 16mm!

They store sweet nectar in tiny wax pots inside their nests.

Tree Bumble Bees love nesting in abandoned bird boxes!

Special abilities

Ability

Vibration Power

Tree Bumble Bee can 'buzz-pollinate' by vibrating its wing muscles, which helps it shake loose and collect pollen from specific flowers.

Ability

Warmth Cloak

Tree Bumble Bee has a thick, furry coat that helps it stay warm, allowing it to fly and forage even on cooler days.

Ability

Nest Guardians

Tree Bumble Bee can aggressively defend its nest with strong stings, protecting its home and colony from perceived threats.

Measurements & details

Wingspan
15-32 mm
Size
10-16 mm
Lifespan
20-365 days
Flight Speed
20 km/h
Leg Count
6
Colony Size
400

Diet & Feeding

They sip nectar for energy and collect pollen for their young.

Primary Foods

  • Acer pseudoplatanus
  • Crataegus monogyna
  • Trifolium pratense
  • Digitalis purpurea

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Fuzzy Bumble BeeTree Bee

Collections

Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Bumble bees are usually friendly, but it's best to stay calm and not swat at them.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tree Bumble Bee's wingspan?

15-32 mm

How big is Tree Bumble Bee?

10-16 mm

How long does Tree Bumble Bee live?

20-365 days

How fast can Tree Bumble Bee fly?

20 km/h

What does Tree Bumble Bee eat?

They sip nectar for energy and collect pollen for their young.

Where is Tree Bumble Bee usually found?

Forests

How does Tree Bumble Bee hunt?

Foraging

How many legs does Tree Bumble Bee have?

6

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