About Bumblebee
Bumblebees (Bombus spp.) are large, fuzzy social bees critical for pollinating wildflowers and commercial crops including tomatoes, peppers, and blueberries — plants requiring 'buzz pollination,' where the bee's thoracic vibration shakes pollen from anthers. Unlike honeybees, bumblebee colonies are annual: only mated queens survive winter, founding new nests in spring beneath ground or in dense grass. Colonies peak at 50–400 workers and are generally non-aggressive unless the nest is directly threatened. Many bumblebee species are in serious decline, driven by habitat loss, pathogen spill-over from managed honeybees, and climate shifts altering the timing of flower availability.
Geographic Distribution
This insect is found across Asia, with notable populations in China and surrounding regions.
Management
If you suspect a Bumblebee problem, consult our recommended exterminator services or browse our full pest species database for related species and control guidance.