Bumble Bees

Worldwide, with various species adapted to different regions.

Color: Variable; typically covered in dense, fuzzy hair, often black and yellow

Legs: 6

Shape: Robust, fuzzy body

Size: About 0.5 to 1 inch

Habits

Bumble bees are social insects known for their large size and distinctive buzzing flight. They are important pollinators of flowering plants.

Habitat

Bumble bee colonies are typically established in underground burrows or other sheltered locations.

Threat

Bumble bees can deliver stings when threatened, but they are generally less aggressive than some other bee species.

Prevention

To prevent bumble bee stings, avoid disturbing their nests and take precautions when working near potential nesting sites.

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