Bombus magnus, common name northern white-tailed bumblebee.

As the name „Magnus“ already signals, this species is the largest Bumblebee here in Europe. The sound when they fly is sonorous and deeper as for example their very similar relatives the Bombus terestris. This one was about 30mm big and I was lucky to catch it a few times on my loggia.

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Alexander Hassmueller

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Here‘s a lil video of the beauty:

Posted 2 years ago
1. Ferdy Christant
  
  Lion
  
  Surprised it can even fly, very nice coverage Alexander! Posted 2 years ago
2. 1. Alexander Hassmueller
    
    Lion
    
    Thanks so much Ferdy! Yes they seem to defy the physical laws of aviation! There's something poetic about
    seeing them fly. The sound is calming and somewhat a symbol of summer. Posted 2 years ago
  2. 1. Ferdy Christant
      
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      I love bumblebees too, got several nesting in creeks of the home and always ensure there's something blooming in the garden. Posted 2 years ago
    2. 1. Alexander Hassmueller
        
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        Well done Ferdy! They are so entertaining, adorable and yet important as pollinators! Have a great day. Posted 2 years ago

Neptune

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Very nice against the pink bloom! Posted 2 years ago
1. Alexander Hassmueller
  
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  Thanks so much Annie! Posted 2 years ago