Apis mellifera

European honey bee at Yackandandah, VIC

Apis mellifera at Yackandandah, VIC - 5 Aug 2023
Apis mellifera at Yackandandah, VIC - 5 Aug 2023
Apis mellifera at Yackandandah, VIC - 5 Aug 2023
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Identification history

Apis mellifera 8 Aug 2023 michaelb
Apis mellifera 7 Aug 2023 KylieWaldon

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the hum of bees was very noticeable on these two shrubs. Didn't see any on the wattles in the forest. maybe too wet.

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  • 60 Abundance
  • 5 Aug 2023 12:34 PM Recorded on
  • KylieWaldon Recorded by

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  • 25mm to 50mm Animal size
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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