Bumblebees for beginners

Learn about the ‘BIG 8’ bumblebees you’re most likely to see, and the differences between bumblebees and honeybees.

Did you know, different species of bumblebee live in different nests, from bird boxes to underground burrows?

Bumblebees are social insects, ruled by a queen. Take a look at our illustrative guide to a bumblebees lifecycle.

Make your green space a haven for pollinators and bumblebees with our free resources and downloads.

Spotted a bumblebee and not quite sure what it is? Check out our species guide for help and advice.

Still got questions? Head to our frequently asked questions page and we’ll see if we can help!