description Bombus ternarius Overview
Bombus ternarius, commonly known as the tricolored bumblebee, is an extant North American bee species. Its distinctive orange, black, and yellow coloration makes it easily identifiable. This bumblebee plays a crucial role in pollinating various plant species within its range. It's primarily found throughout much of Canada and the northeastern United States and is particularly relevant to researchers studying bumblebee populations and pollination ecology.
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Bombus ternarius ranks #92 of 404 in the Bee ranking, behind Bombus crotchii, ahead of Ceratina calcarata.
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How can I distinguish Bombus ternarius from other bumblebees?
Bombus ternarius has a striking orange band across the middle of its abdomen, bordered by yellow and black sections. That three-color pattern gives it the common name tricolored bumblebee.
Where does the tricolored bumblebee live?
It is primarily a northern North American species found across much of Canada and the northern United States. It is associated with meadows, woodland edges, gardens, and other habitats containing abundant flowers.
Does Bombus ternarius sting people?
Workers and queens can sting, but they generally do so only when handled or when their nest is threatened. Like other bumblebees, Bombus ternarius can sting more than once because its stinger is not barbed like a honeybee worker's.
What plants does Bombus ternarius pollinate?
The species visits many wildflowers and cultivated plants rather than depending on one flower. Records commonly place it on asters, goldenrods, clovers, blueberries, and other blooms available across its northern range.
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