Apidae Collection (page 2)

Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) worker feeding on Ox-eye Daisy (Leucanthemum vulgare). Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK. July

Western honeybee (Apis mellifera) pollinating Desert passionflower (Passiflora palmeri). Danzante Island, Loreto Bay National Park, Sea of Cortez, Mexico. May

Focus Stacked image of a Cuckoo Bee (Nomada goodeniana) roosting by clamping onto vegetation with its mandibles and hanging on for the night. Photographed just after dawn

Blue banded bee (Amegilla sp. ) roosting with early morning dew, Southern Bulgaria, June
Blue banded bee (Amegilla sp.) roosting with early morning dew, Southern Bulgaria, June

Cactus bees (Diadasia Rinconis) feeding on nectar and collecting pollen from Hedgehog cactus (Echinocereus) flower, Sonoran desert, Arizona, USA

Early bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) nectaring on Scarlet avens flower (Geum coccineum borisii), Wiltshire garden, UK. June

Buff-tailed bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) visiting flower of Dittany (Dictamnus albus), Umbria, Italy. May

Buff-tailed bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) on flower petal, Vendee, France, August

Bumblebee (probably Bombus terrestris) visiting flowers of Sainfoin (Onobrychis viciifolia) in a restored wildflower meadow, near Bristol, UK, June

Keeper Brown moving a swarm of honey bees, London Zoo, July 1926 (b / w photo)
3550640 Keeper Brown moving a swarm of honey bees, London Zoo, July 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A group of keepers, including Brown, moving a swarm of honey bees, London Zoo
3550639 A group of keepers, including Brown, moving a swarm of honey bees, London Zoo, July 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Common carder bumblebee (Bombus pascuorum) nectaring on a Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) flowerhead among many Common daisies (Bellis perennis)

Small garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum) landing on an Agapanthus flower in garden, Cheshire, UK, July

Bumblebee (Bombus) on Rampion flower (Phyteuma), France, May

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) approaching hive entrance, with trails of departing bees visible. Urban garden, Bristol, UK, May

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) flying close to hive entrance, with flight trails visible. Urban garden, Bristol, UK, May

Common carder bumblebee (Bombus pascuorum) nectaring on a Yellow archangel (Lamiastrum galeobdolon) flower in a garden, Wiltshire, UK, April

Compsite of orchid bees (Euglossa sp. ) photographed on black in cloud forest
Compsite of orchid bees (Euglossa sp.) photographed on black in cloud forest, Choco region, Northwestern Ecuador

Orchid bee (Euglossa sp. ) visiting an orchid in cloud forest, Choco region
Orchid bee (Euglossa sp.) visiting an orchid in cloud forest, Choco region, Northwestern Ecuador

Orchid bee (Euglossa sp. ) visits an orchid in cloud forest, Choco region
Orchid bee (Euglossa sp.) visits an orchid in cloud forest, Choco region, Northwestern Ecuador

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) foraging on a passion flower (Passiflora caerulea), Berkshire, England, UK, August

Honey garlic (Nectaroscordium siculum) with Bumblebee in flight. Naturalised in the Avon Gorge, Bristol, UK, June

Tree bumblebee (Bombus hypnorum) nectaring on Camellia St Ewe (Camellia u williamsii)
Tree bumblebee (Bombus hypnorum) nectaring on Camellia St Ewe (Camellia × williamsii). Surrey, England, UK. March

Bumblebee (Bombus sp) looking for pollen amongst fallen Southern magnolia (Magnolia grandiflora) stamens. Surrey, England, UK. July

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) nectaring on Bonnet bellflower (Codonopsis clematidea). Surrey, England, UK. July

Bumblebee (Bombus sp) nectaring on Himalayan balsam (Impatiens glandulifera). Surrey, England, UK. September

Long-horned bee (Eucera sp. ), two crawling into Wild gladiolus (Gladiolus atroviolaceus)
Long-horned bee (Eucera sp.), two crawling into Wild gladiolus (Gladiolus atroviolaceus) flower to roost at night. Turkey. May

Bumblebee (Bombus sp) and Honey bee (Apis mellifera) nectaring on Love-in-a-mist (Nigella damascena) flower. Anthers transferring pollen onto bee backs

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) covered in pollen emerging from nectaring in Crocus (Crocus sp). On nature reserve, Surrey, England, UK. March

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) with pollen grains on back. Inside male Squash (Cucurbita sp) flower. Cultivated in garden, Surrey, England, UK. September

Buff tailed bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) queen nectaring on Rhododendron (Rhododendron sp), pollen from anthers on backside and legs. Surrey, England, UK. March

Honeybee (Apis mellifera) with full pollen baskets and pollen on head, thorax and abdomen. Bee withdrawing from Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) flower after nectaring. In garden, Surrey, England, UK

Carpenter bee (Xylocopa caffra) male robbing nectar from Ninepin heath (Erica mammosa), not pollinating flower. The Cape, South Africa. February

Bumblebee (Bombus sp) in Squash (Cucurbita sp) flower, covered in pollen. Surrey, England, UK. September

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) forages on pollen in Apple (Malus domestica) flower, collecting pollen in pollen basket. In garden, Surrey, England, UK. May

Seattle, Washington State, USA. Female beekeeper inserting a frame covered with honeybees back into the hive. (MR)

Seattle, Washington State, USA. Woman beekeeper checking the health of the honey in a frame. (MR)

Seattle, Washington State, USA. Two beekeepers checking the health of the honey in a frame. (MR, PR)

Maple Valley, Washington State, USA. Frames full of worker bees storing honey and tending the nursery

Heath bumblebee (Bombus jonellus) queen feeding on goldenrod flowers (Solidago), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. September

Close up of Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) feeding at a flower (Aster sp), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. September

Honeybee (Apis mellifera) taking off from flower with canal in the background, Strasbourg, France. June 2014

Early bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) feeding on Green alkanet (Pentaglottis sempervirens) Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. May

Common carder bumblebee (Bombus pascuorum) visiting Lungwort (Pulmonaria officinalis), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, April

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) worker on freshly made honey comb, Kiel, Germany, May

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) workers looking after queen cells, Kiel, Germany

Honey bees (Apis mellifera) forming living bridge, Kiel, Germany, June

Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum), flying to Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea), flower, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. June

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Apidae, the family of bees that includes honey bees and bumblebees, is a fascinating group of insects. Honey bees, specifically Apis mellifera, are known for their intricate honeycomb structures and complex life cycle. The expanded cross-sections and insets reveal the inner workings of these remarkable creatures. The internal anatomy of a Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) is a marvel to behold. A detailed cross-section showcases the various organs and systems that enable these bees to thrive in their environment. In nature's vibrant tapestry, we witness the European honey bee (Apis mellifera) diligently feeding on ice plant flowers (Sedum spectabile). Their pollination efforts contribute to the beauty and diversity of our ecosystems. A Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum) queen gracefully nectars on Comfrey (Symphytum Hidcote), showcasing the symbiotic relationship between plants and pollinators. These interactions play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity. From Danzante Island in Loreto Bay National Park, Mexico, we observe Western honeybees (Apis mellifera) tirelessly pollinating Desert passionflower (Passiflora palmeri). This delicate dance between bee and flower ensures the continuation of this species' existence. In England's picturesque landscapes, a Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum) takes off from Knapweed with grace and purpose. These industrious creatures contribute significantly to our ecosystems by aiding in plant reproduction through pollination. High up in Mount Namjagbarwa resides Himalayan honey bees (Apis dorsata laboriosa), working together on comb construction. Their teamwork exemplifies nature's harmony as they create homes for their colony amidst breathtaking surroundings. A composite image captures Wallacea's giant bee (Megachile pluto) alongside its smaller counterpart - the European honey bee (Apis melifera). This visual juxtaposition highlights the diversity within the Apidae family.