The two-spotted bumble bee (Bombus bimaculatus) is a species of social bumble bee found in the eastern half of the United States and the adjacent south-eastern part of Canada.

Where do most bumble bees live?

Bumble bees are found throughout the Northern Hemisphere from the Arctic tundra to deserts and forests. They are important pollinators of many plant species within the diverse ecosystems of North America, including many of those found in Canada's national parks!

Where are bumble bee nests found?

Bumble bees typically nest in pre-existing cavities on the landscape like rock piles, empty mouse burrows, and under layers of dense vegetation. Once she finds a place, the queen will construct a few waxen pots, fill them with nectar and pollen, and proceed to lay her eggs on top.