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Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) adult, with tick on shoulder, emerging from Polyanthus Primrose
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Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) adult, with tick on shoulder, emerging from Polyanthus Primrose
Buff-tailed Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris) adult, with tick on shoulder, emerging from Polyanthus Primrose (Primula polyanthus) flower in garden, Belvedere, Bexley, Kent, England, april
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Media ID 7483047
© FLPA/Dave Pressland
Bees Belvedere Bexley Borough Bumble Bee Bumble Bees Garden Gardens Greater London Kent Parasite Parasites Parasitic Primrose Primroses Primula Tick Ticks Blooms Polyanthus
Nature's Ticklish Encounter - A Buff-tailed Bumblebee Emerges from a Primrose, with an Unexpected Hitchhiker!
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. In this delightful snapshot captured by FLPA photographer Dave Pressland, we witness a truly extraordinary moment in the buzzing world of insects. As a vibrant Buff-tailed Bumblebee gracefully emerges from the delicate petals of a Polyanthus Primrose, it seems that fate has played an amusing trick on our little pollinator friend. Perched nonchalantly on the bee's shoulder is an unexpected guest—a tiny tick! This cheeky arthropod seems to have mistaken the bumblebee for its next cozy home. Perhaps it was drawn to the warmth and comfort provided by our fuzzy protagonist or simply couldn't resist hitching a ride on such a remarkable creature. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Belvedere, Bexley in Kent, England during April, this enchanting scene showcases both nature's beauty and its sense of humor. The vibrant blooms of primroses add splashes of color to this charming garden setting while providing nourishment for these hardworking bees. As spring breathes life into every corner of Greater London and beyond, let us take joy in witnessing these fascinating interactions between creatures big and small. So next time you spot an insect exploring your garden or even find yourself face-to-face with an unexpected visitor—remember that nature always has surprises up its sleeve!
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