Hymenoptera Collection (page 8)

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) covered in pollen emerging from nectaring in Crocus (Crocus sp). On nature reserve, Surrey, England, UK. March

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) with pollen grains on back. Inside male Squash (Cucurbita sp) flower. Cultivated in garden, Surrey, England, UK. September

Wool carder bee (Anthidium manicatum) female entering Rusty foxglove (Digitalis ferruginea) flower. Pollen transferring to head from stamens on upper lip of flower

Wasp nectaring on Marsh marigold (Caltha palustris), picking up pollen on head, thorax and hairs on body. Turkey. May

Buff tailed bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) queen nectaring on Rhododendron (Rhododendron sp), pollen from anthers on backside and legs. Surrey, England, UK. March

Honeybee (Apis mellifera) with full pollen baskets and pollen on head, thorax and abdomen. Bee withdrawing from Snowdrop (Galanthus nivalis) flower after nectaring. In garden, Surrey, England, UK

Carpenter bee (Xylocopa caffra) male robbing nectar from Ninepin heath (Erica mammosa), not pollinating flower. The Cape, South Africa. February

Bumblebee (Bombus sp) in Squash (Cucurbita sp) flower, covered in pollen. Surrey, England, UK. September

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) forages on pollen in Apple (Malus domestica) flower, collecting pollen in pollen basket. In garden, Surrey, England, UK. May

Yellow legged mining bee (Andrena flavipes) female at nest burrow, River Monnow, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, April

Painted nomad bee (Nomada fucata) male bee with characteristic green eyes, sleeping with jaws locked around grass stem, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. June

Grey-patched Mining Bee (Andrena nitida) feeding on Dandelion (Taraxacum offinicale) Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. April

Heath bumblebee (Bombus jonellus) queen feeding on goldenrod flowers (Solidago), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. September

Close up of Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) feeding at a flower (Aster sp), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. September

Common spangle galls of the Gall wasp (Neuroterus quercusbaccarum) on underside of oak leaf, Dorset, UK, September

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) with very tatty, worn wings and dusted with pollen, visiting a Himalayan balsam (Impatients glandulifera) flower. Wiltshire pastureland, UK, September

Solitary bee (Panurgus sp) On Corn Marigold, species often associated with yellow flowers, Hertfordshire, England, September

Blue mason bee (Osmia leaiana) gathering pollen from Fleabane flower, Oxfordshire, England, UK, August

Honeybee (Apis mellifera) taking off from flower with canal in the background, Strasbourg, France. June 2014

Leaf cutter ants (Atta sp) carrying plant matter, Costa Rica

Early bumblebee (Bombus pratorum) feeding on Green alkanet (Pentaglottis sempervirens) Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. May

Illustration of Hornets and Wasps, from Arcana entomologica, or, Illustrations of new, rare, and interesting insects by J.O. Westwood, 1845

Common carder bumblebee (Bombus pascuorum) visiting Lungwort (Pulmonaria officinalis), Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, April

Red mason bee (Osmia bicornis) visiting Geranium sp flower, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK, May

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) worker on freshly made honey comb, Kiel, Germany, May

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) workers looking after queen cells, Kiel, Germany

Honey bees (Apis mellifera) forming living bridge, Kiel, Germany, June

Bullet ant (Paraponera clavata) with prey, lowland rainforests, Southeastern Nicaragua. August

Leaf-cutting bee (Megachile species) carrying leaf section. Surrey, England, UK, July

European beewolf (Philanthus triangulum) digging nest burrow, Budapest, Hungary

European beewolf (Philanthus triangulum) flying, carrying paralysed bee to nest, Budapest, Hungary

Leafcutter ants (Atta sp) colony harvesting pieces of a banana leaf, Costa Rica

Army ant (Eciton sp. ) soldier, Costa Rica. February 2015
Army ant (Eciton sp.) soldier, Costa Rica. February 2015

Hornet (Vespa crabro) close up of head

Leaf-cutter ant (Atta sp) cutting a leaf, Pacaya-Samiria NR, Peru

Close-up of Honey bee (Apis mellifera) on flower

Army ants (Eciton sp. ) Costa Rica. February 2015
Army ants (Eciton sp.) Costa Rica. February 2015

Garden bumblebee (Bombus hortorum), flying to Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea), flower, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. June

Buff tailed bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) visiting Clover (Trifolium) flower in unmown lawn, Monmouthshire, Wales, UK. June

Harebell carpenter bee (Chelostoma campanularum) at 4-5mm long one of Britains smallest bees, visiting Giant harebell (Campanula latifolia) to collect pollen, Pentwyn farm SSSI, Gwent Wildlife Trust

Garden Cross Spider (Araneus diadematus) wrapping its Common Carder Bee (Bombus pascuorum) prey in silk, Bristol, UK, September. Sequence 4/10

Male Giant / Mammoth wasp (Megascolia flavifrons) close-up of face showing long antennae and small jaws, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Female Giant / Mammoth wasp (Megascolia flavifrons) close-up of head showing short antennae and long curved jaws or mandibles, Stenje region, Galicica National Park, Macedonia, June 2009

Monkshood (Aconitum napellus) flowers with bumble bee in flight, Triglav National Park, Slovenia, August 2009

Wasps on nest, Bagerova Steppe, Kerch Peninsula, Crimea, Ukraine, July 2009

Sawfly (Symphyta sp) on Globeflower (Trollius europaeus) Liechtenstein, June 2009

Honey bee (Apis mellifera) foraging on Pink asters (Aster novae-angliae) in garden, Wiltshire, England, UK, SeptemberSeptember. Property released

Group of Large rose sawfly larvae (Arge pagana) feeding on young Rose leaves (Rosa sp.) in garden, Wiltshire, England, UK, August. Property released

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"Hymenoptera: The Intricate World of Bees, Ants, and Orchids" Delve into the fascinating world of Hymenoptera, a diverse group of insects that includes honey bees (Apis mellifera), leaf cutter ants (Atta sp), and even orchids like Ophrys apifera. Let's start with the industrious honey bees. Apis mellifera is known for its intricate honeycomb structures and remarkable life cycle. From egg to larva to pupa, these tiny creatures undergo a transformation that culminates in their emergence as fully developed bees. Explore an expanded cross-section of their hive and marvel at the insets showcasing their diligent work. Moving on to internal anatomy, get a glimpse inside the body of a Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) through a detailed cross-section. Discover how every organ plays a crucial role in their survival and efficient functioning within the colony. Venturing into Costa Rica's lush landscapes, witness Leaf cutter ants (Atta sp) diligently carrying plant matter back to their nests. These tireless workers demonstrate incredible strength as they transport pieces of leaves across various terrains. Nature never ceases to amaze us with its mimicry; behold the enchanting Ophrys apifera or bee orchid. This beautiful flower has evolved over time to resemble female bees, attracting male counterparts for successful pollination. Zooming in closer, observe Leaf-cutter ants meticulously carrying sections of leaves in stunning detail captured by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Their teamwork and resourcefulness are truly admirable. In Welder Wildlife Refuge at Sinton lies another captivating sight - Apis mellifera buzzing around wild honey cones. Witness this mesmerizing display as these European honey bees feed on ice plant flowers (Sedum spectabile), contributing to nature's delicate balance. A digital composite showcases an impressive line-up of Leaf-cutter ants marching in unison, carrying leaves to their colony.