Pollinators Collection

Early Bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) adult male, feeding on helenium flower, Essex, England, july

Lily (Lilium lophophorum) flowers. Tepals fused at tips to protects floral parts from precipitation, slits allow access to pollinators. Mugecuo Scenic Area, Kangding, Sichuan Province, China. June

Apiary, bee hives on edge of a flowering meadow, specially planted for honey bees and insects, Hessen, Germany

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Six-spot Burnet Moth, Zygaena filipendulae, and Bee vying for Pollen on head of Thistle, Shropshire, England, UK

Common bee fly (Bombylius major) nectaring on a Greater periwinkle flower (Vinca major), Wiltshire garden, UK, April

Long-horned Bee (Eucera longicornis) adult male, feeding on vetch flower, Causse de Gramat, Massif Central, Lot Region, France, May

Hornet Mimic Hoverfly (Volucella zonaria) adult, feeding on ivy flowers, Norfolk, England, September

Red-tailed Cuckoo Bumblebee (Bombus rupestris) adult female, feeding on Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) flowers, Breckland, Norfolk, England, June

Early Bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) adult, in flight, visiting comfrey flower, Kingcombe, Dorset, England, July

Bees and bee hives, artwork. Bees collect nectar from a wide range of flowering plants, bringing it back to their hive to store it and form honey for their larvae

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Romanian man with bunch of sticks, some held in a pouch under his arm. These obviously serve a deliberate purpose, but sadly this purpose has (as yet) escaped our powers of deduction... Date: 1915

Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) flowering, with Bumblebee (Bombus sp. ) feeding, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk
Vipers Bugloss (Echium vulgare) flowering, with Bumblebee (Bombus sp.) feeding, Cranwich Camp, Breckland, Norfolk, England, july

Cuernua (Caralluma burchardii burchardii) close-up of flower, fly attracted to flowers that smell like rotten meat, contributing to pollination, Canary Islands

Great Yellow Bumblebee (Bombus distinguendus) adult, feeding on flower, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Flesh Fly (Sarcophaga carnaria) adult female, laying eggs inside Carrion Flower (Stapelia hirsuta), flowers smell like rotten meat to attract pollinators

Hoverfly (Scaeva pyrastri) adult female, feeding on inula flower in garden, Powys, Wales, august

Western Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) adult, feeding, collecting pollen from Elecampane (Inula helenium) flower in garden, England, july

Moss Carder Bee (Bombus muscorum) Shetland Bumblebee, adult, feeding on flower, Mainland, Orkney, Scotland, june

Hoverfly (Myathropa florea) adult, feeding on flower in garden, Essex, England, august

Chestnut-breasted Coronet (Boissonneaua matthewsii) adult, in flight, feeding at flower (captive)

Dahlia sp. And bees
Dahlia sp. flowers with visiting bees in Summer

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"Discover the Vital Role of Pollinators in Our Ecosystems" Pollinators, such as the Early Bumblebee and Lily flowers, play a crucial role in maintaining our natural world. In Essex, England, an adult male Early Bumblebee is captured feeding on a vibrant helenium flower in July. This interaction showcases the intricate relationship between pollinator and plant. Moving to Hessen, Germany, we find an apiary with bee hives nestled on the edge of a flowering meadow specially designed for honey bees and insects. The sight is not only picturesque but also highlights how humans can support these essential creatures. In Norfolk, England during September, various species demonstrate their importance as pollinators. A Common Bee Fly nectars on a Greater periwinkle flower while a Long-horned Bee feeds on vetch flowers in Causse de Gramat. Meanwhile, a Solitary Bee finds sustenance from another flower nearby. The Slender Mining Bee joins the feast by indulging in sedum flowers alongside other hoverflies like the Hornet Mimic Hoverfly and Late Spring Hoverfly. These diverse species showcase their adaptability and dedication to fulfilling their vital role as pollinators. Lastly, we witness the Common Banded Hoverfly diligently gathering nectar from ivy flowers—a testament to its commitment to sustaining both itself and its surroundings. These captivating moments remind us of nature's delicate balance and highlight why it is crucial to protect our pollinators' habitats worldwide. Without them, countless plant species would struggle to reproduce naturally—resulting in significant consequences for ecosystems globally. Let us appreciate these incredible creatures that quietly ensure our environment thrives by spreading life-sustaining pollen from one bloom to another.