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Inroad into Flowers by the Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris)

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Title
Inroad into Flowers by the Bumblebee (Bombus terrestris)
Alternative Title
Blüteneinbruch der Erdhummel (Bombus terrestris)
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CC Attribution - NoDerivatives 3.0 Germany:
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IWF SignatureD 1914
Publisher
Release Date1997
LanguageEnglish
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Production Year1992

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IWF Technical DataFilm, 16 mm, LT, 71 m ; F, 6 min

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Abstract
Bees with a long proboscis can reach the nectar in tubular flowers, e.g. Corydalis cava. However those with a short proboscis must bite a hole. In Symphytum spp. the flower construction ensures that the bee is covered in pollen whilst biting.
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German
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English