First bumblebees of the year

Saw my first flying bumblebees of 2012  today.

These two were visiting these flowers near Victoria Station in the centre of the urban jungle in London. (map)

Saw her first.

and a moment later she came along too.

Trying to get the name of the plant.

3 Responses to “First bumblebees of the year”

  1. Brian says:

    http://tinyurl.com/7adeqsx
    The plant is a winter honeysuckle. Lonicera Fragrantissima.
    Looks like it is good plant to have around for the bees since it flowers early in the year.

  2. Tim Evans says:

    As for the bees they look like Bombus terrestris queens, I think? Excellent shot of the pollen colour.

  3. Brian says:

    Many thanks.
    Brian

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