Latin Etymology: Bombus ("buzzing") lucorum ("clean")
Adult White-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus lucorum) at Geddington, Northants - June 2019
Featured Subspecies: ?
Weight: 0.46-0.7g / Length: 11-20mm / Wingspan: ?
NO UK STATUS / IUCN Red List: Not Yet Evaluated
The White-tailed Bumblebee is a widely distributed species which is found from Spring through to Autumn. They are identifiable by the clean white rump, and the broad yellow bands found on some individuals. Unfortunately, it is believed to be declining.
Related Species:
Order: Hymenoptera
Family: Apidae
Genus: Bombus
SUBSPECIES: ?
- Sighting Locations -
UNITED KINGDOM - A fairly widespread resident.
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