The main risk to the American Bumble Bee is the easy accessibility to its above-the-ground nest. These bees face many predators and parasites which reduces their populations. It can be seen in fields with tall grass where it builds shelters or nests above the ground. Still, the American Bumble Bee remains popular in Florida. The American Bumble Bee (Bombus Pensylvanicus) used to be the most common bee species in the South-East. These bees dig burrows where they are mostly found in cells or individual small chambers. It means the bee lives in families in nests. Poey’s Furrow Bee has a eusocial habitat. These bees are found all over the Northern hemisphere. This bee species (Halictus Poeyi) is part of the Halictus family. Pollen and nectar are consumed by the species outside of the nest. It’s here that most bees store honey, which serves as a source of food when inside the nest. Smaller bees are always found towards the center of the nest. However, the species has clear rules inside the nest. There’s no clear pattern of tunnels as each nest looks different. Deep tunnels that spread up to 3 feet characterize their nests best.īees establish themselves in the ground. These bees (Bombus Impatiens) are pollinators that live underground. Common Eastern Bumble Bee Common Eastern Bumble Bee However, the Brown-winged Striped Sweat Bee only follows sweaty humans around but it prefers to consume pure flower nectar. They are wrongly associated with being interested in human sweat for its minerals. These bees are also known for eating plenty of nectar.
With a vivid green body, these bees immediately stand out or resemble mint species they pollinate in body color. Its color makes it stand out compared to all other bees in the state. It pollinates a large number of flowers, particularly various types of mint. This bee species (Agapostemon Splendens) is native to Florida. Brown-winged Striped Sweat Bee Brown-winged Striped Sweat Bee The insemination process requires a strong convulsion which is an effort that’s lethal to male Western Honey Bees. All Western Honey Bee drones die immediately after mating. Western Honey Beeĭrones or male bees mate with queen bees in flight. It lives in colonies under a clear social hierarchy which includes a queen, worker bees, and drones or male bees. The species has a widespread presence on all continents. Beekeepers like this species as it produces honey and beeswax. The Western Honey Bee (Apis Mellifera) is the most widespread domesticated bee.
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