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Bombus nevadaensis
Large alpine bumblebee, vigorously harvesting from alpine flowers.
Found at 12,700ft elevation in central Colorado Rocky Mountains. Location was well above treeline, with sparse alpine plants in full bloom. This was the only individual I saw in the area.
Likely Bombus nevadaensis, though I could be wrong.
Spotted on Jul 31, 2011
Submitted on Aug 2, 2011
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Great colors!