The Common Eastern Bumble Bee is the most widespread bumble bee in eastern North America. A cornerstone pollinator of both native wildflowers and agricultural crops — vital to ecosystems and food production.
Best time to see a Common Eastern Bumble Bee
The best time to see a Common Eastern Bumble Bee is July–September, when about 68% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 235,803 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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