Meet the bumblebee, a fuzzy and friendly flyer that buzzes its way into our gardens and wild fields. Unlike other bees, bumblebees have a chunky body covered in soft hair that makes them excellent pollinators. They live all over the world, from high mountains to low gardens, adapting to a variety of climates and environments. Bumblebees are especially known for their role in pollinating flowers that other insects might skip, making them super important for nature. They also have a unique ability called buzz pollination, where they shake flowers to release pollen, which helps plants produce more fruit.

Bumblebees are social creatures, living in small colonies compared to other bee species. Each colony starts fresh every spring, founded by a single queen who survived the winter. These bees are not just cute; they’re crucial for the growth of many plants we love like tomatoes and blueberries. Watching a bumblebee work is like seeing nature’s own little gardener buzzing from flower to flower, helping our planet stay healthy and beautiful.