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Short-haired bumblebee

Short-haired bumblebee

Bombus subterraneus

A species of Bumble bees, Also known as Short-haired humble-bee

The short-haired bumblebee or short-haired humble-bee, Bombus subterraneus, is a species of bumblebee found in Eurasia, as well as in New Zealand, where it is an introduced species. It lived in the British Isles among other parts of Europe. This species became extinct in the British Isles in 1989. The cause of the mass and sudden extinction is debated, but many scientists believe that it was due to a lack of genetic diversity.

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Attributes of Short-haired bumblebee
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
Wild flower, meadow
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, honey, tree sap, honeydew
Larva Food Source
Nectar, pollen, honey, honeydew, food provisions supplied by adult worker bees
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Short-haired bumblebee is often found near the corolla, where its fluffy hairs easily pick up pollen, assisting in the pollination of the plant.
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing-lapping mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Short-haired bumblebee
Egg After being laid, the egg of the short-haired bumblebee is small, oval, and pearly colored. As development continues, an embryo is visible through the translucent shell.
Larva The larva of short-haired bumblebee is a soft-bodied, grub-like creature, often white or pale in color. It feeds voraciously, focusing on rapid growth and multiple molts, significantly increasing in size.
Pupal During the pupal stage, the short-haired bumblebee is encased within a protective cocoon. It's immobile and undergoes dramatic changes, transforming its larval body into adult structures internally.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult short-haired bumblebee’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Predators of Short-haired bumblebee Larvae
Birds, rodents, wasps, arthropods
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Predators of Adult Short-haired bumblebee
Birds, rodents, insectivorous mammals, spiders, insects
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Interesting Facts About Short-haired bumblebee
Short-haired bumblebee can buzz-pollinate by vibrating their flight muscles to dislodge pollen that's inaccessible to other pollinators.
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Scientific Classification of Short-haired bumblebee
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Bugs
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Bees
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Tips for Finding Short-haired bumblebee
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How Can You Attract Short-haired bumblebee
Sugar water or plant nectar can be used as attractants for short-haired bumblebee as they are natural foragers for sweet liquids.
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Habitat Preferences of Short-haired bumblebee Through Different Life Stages
The nests of short-haired bumblebee are usually established underground, particularly in abandoned mammal burrows. Foraging adults can be seen buzzing around flowers in meadows, gardens, and woodland edges where they collect pollen and nectar. The larvae, which develop within the wax structures of the nest, rely on the foraging workers to provide the food. If one were to look for the various stages of short-haired bumblebee, they would search beneath the surface in grasslands, inspecting rodent burrows for nests, while adults are best sought by examining flowering plants in sunny, open areas during the warmer months.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Short-haired bumblebee
Late spring to early fall, when flowers are abundant, is the best time to find adult short-haired bumblebee, while immature stages may be sought for in the colony throughout the breeding season.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Short-haired bumblebee
Warm, sunny, and calm weather is most suitable for finding short-haired bumblebee as they are most active during these conditions for foraging and pollination.
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How and Where Can You Find Short-haired bumblebee at Different Life Stages
Larva Short-haired bumblebee larvae are found within the nests, which are commonly located underground or in dense grass clumps. To find them, one should carefully inspect suitable nesting sites without disturbing the environment.
Pupal During the pupa stage, short-haired bumblebee are in a cocoon inside the nest, and finding them involves the same method as for the larvae stage, but with an emphasis on looking for the cocoons within the nest structure.
Adult Short-haired bumblebee adults will be foraging on flowers for nectar and pollen. Spotting them requires visiting areas with a high density of flowering plants, especially during sunny days when they are most active.
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Are Short-haired bumblebee harmful to humans?

Most bees are docile and only sting when they are irritated. The sting needles of bees are sharp and toxic, and people will obviously feel pain after being stung. Some bees may also cause swelling, redness, fever and itching. Some sensitive people may experience more severe symptoms or even death.
Beneficial Effects of Short-haired bumblebee
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Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Pollination Behavior Reason
Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring, Eat Pollen Or Nectar
Short-haired bumblebee is a diligent pollinator, buzzing from flower to flower. Attracted by the vivid colors and enticing scents, it gathers pollen to nourish its young and to feed on. It has a penchant for Asteraceae and fruit trees, where its fuzzy body brushes against the stamens, inadvertently transferring pollen as it forages.
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