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Mark Billiau.


Premium (World), region Antwerp, Belgium

Collecting nectar

I spotted this buff-tailed bumblebee at work on borage (also known as starflower).

Borage is a herb that is known for its culinary properties and belongs to the pioneer vegetation on very moist rich soils.
Its flowers are very much appreciated by bees and butterflies as a rich source of nectar.

Dutch name : Aardhommel op Bernagie
German name : Dunkle Erdhummel auf Borretsch
Latin name : Bombus terrestris / Borago officinalis

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