Active Months
From March to July.
Nesting Habits
Tree Bumble bees like cavities above ground level
How To Identify A Tree Bumblebee
Very identifiable bee with a black abdomen and white tail. The thorax is a ginger colour and the bee will have a black underside.
Description
The Tree Bumble bee is not native to the UK! It was first recorded here in 2001. These bees are currently being tracked as they spread across the country. To find them look in trees, bird boxes or buildings – anywhere above ground.
