Yellow everywhere

After a cold winter and wet early spring, it's turned out perfectly for the bubmlebees. Big fat queens are emerging from winter hibernation and feeding on the various trees and flowers.

Click the photos below for a larger view. In order they show:

  1. Pansy and dandelion
  2. Marigold and daffodil
  3. Wattle
  4. Tagasaste / tree lucerne
  5. Mustard
  6. Almond
  7. Broadbean
  8. Honey bee on rosemary

Pansy & DandelionMarigold & DafodilWattleTagasaste, or Tree LucerneMustardAlmondBroadbeanHoney bee on rosemary

Spring, a yellow time of year

Spring, a yellow time of year

It's spring, there's a lot of yellow about and bumbles are everywhere. From the almond to the wattle, our fury little helpers are busy moving genetic material from tree to tree, pollinating the flowers and ensuring a good harvest.
September 04, 2012

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