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Old Trafford Bumblebee Hive Removal
A major danger to having a bumblebee nest on your
The bumblebee is a tiny, furry insect that grows about three-quarters of an inch long. It has short antennae and a round body with two sets of wings. Its most distinctive feature is the fuzzy hair on its abdomen. The bumblebee lives in colonies and is active during the day, feeding mainly on nectar and pollen from flowers. Bumblebees can be found throughout the United Kingdom and are usually social creatures who live in nests made out of dried grasses or leaves. They also make nectar pots inside their nest for storing food.
Around 250 different species of bumblebee exist throughout the world. With around 25 species alone in the UK. Most species live away from humans, but 
Depending on the species, the nests of bumblebees tend to either grow big or small. Some can reach hundreds of members, and others stay as small as ten members. As such, some species build their nests underground and others above ground.
The tree bumblebee is a prevalent species in the UK. Its furry grey-and-yellow body quickly identifies it. As the name suggests, this bumblebee prefers to build its nests in trees. However, these nests tend to be minor, only housing around 50 members.
The white-tailed bumblebee is also a common sight in the UK. Its black and yellow body quickly identifies it. This bumblebee feeds mainly on nectar but is also known to feed on pollen. The white-tailed bumblebee is most likely the one you're more likely to come across in your garden as it is also the most social of all the bumblebees, often found living in large groups of around 300 members.
The buff-tailed bumblebee is a common sight in gardens and meadows throughout the UK. Its orange-and-black striped body quickly identifies it and the buff-coloured tail it gets its name from. This bumblebee feeds mainly on nectar and pollen from flowers and can be found flying around during the day.
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