Taxonomic characterization of Bombus haemorrhoidalis from different regions of Western Himalaya

Abstract

Bumblebees play a vital role as pollinators in agricultural food production and natural ecosystems across the globe. Their significance lies not only in their role as pollinators but also in the diverse social structures they exhibit, ranging from eusocial colonies to solitary life-cycle stages, along. Their complex social evolution, behavior, and ecology make them intriguing subjects for scientific study. In the present investigation, the samples of Bombus haemorrhoidalis were identified on the basis of morphological traits, wing venation and external genitalia. A comprehensive study on the diversity of pollinators and their interactions with various plant species is essential in the Western Himalayan region to protect and conserve its native vegetation.