Small garden bumblebee  (Bombus hortorum)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

Range

This species is one of the commonest and most widespread of bumblebees in Britain (1). It is found throughout the Palaearctic region, and has been introduced to New Zealand and Iceland (6).

Habitat

Found in a range of habitats, including the edges of woodlands and scrubby areas, and is common in gardens (1).

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