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Picture No. 10738956
Honeybee - feeding on Thyme (Apis mellifera) Date
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Apis Bees Collecting Drinking Honeybee Honeybees Mellifera Nectar Pollen Pollenation Thyme
Thyme for a Sweet Treat - A Honeybee's Delight!
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. In this snapshot, we witness nature's tiny miracle as a diligent honeybee indulges in the delectable nectar of a vibrant thyme flower. With its delicate wings hovering gracefully above the herbaceous plant, this industrious Apis mellifera showcases its remarkable ability to collect and drink nectar while simultaneously collecting precious pollen. As if on a culinary adventure, our buzzing friend from the United Kingdom explores the fragrant Thymus vulgaris with sheer delight. Its European origins make it no surprise that this bee has an impeccable taste for quality! Savoring each sip of sweet nectar, one can almost imagine it exclaiming "Mmm. . . Thyme is on my side!". This single honeybee exemplifies unity within its colony as it diligently carries out its vital role in pollination. By visiting various flowers across meadows and gardens alike, these incredible insects play an essential part in maintaining biodiversity and ensuring fruitful harvests. Let us appreciate this mesmerizing moment frozen in time – a testament to the intricate dance between wildlife and flora. So next time you spot a humble honeybee amidst blooming flowers, remember their tireless efforts behind every jar of golden goodness we call honey!
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