July 13, 2026 The Two-spotted Bumblebee (Bombus bimaculatus) atop a Purple Cone Flower (Echinacea purpurea), looking a bit like a cuddly stuffed animal. Its name comes from the two yellow spots at the top of its abdomen. For this Bumblebee, nectar is a source of carbohydrates and energy, and the protein rich pollen is brought…