bumblebee climbing out of a turtle flower

[DanK]

Not a very good shot: hard to see detail on the head, and too much reflection, but it is kind of fun. I was trying to photograph a bunch of bumblebees feeding on this plant, but their modus operandi was to dive into the flower quickly and then come back out either backwards or forwards. They move fast coming out, so I didn't get any better ones.

[Kodiak]

Not a very good shot: hard to see detail on the head, and too much reflection, but it is kind of fun.

I hope it didn't eat too much… 'cause he'll never get out of there!

[bnnrcn]

It looks like an insect sleeping with a blanket, interesting shot

[Geoff F]

Bumblebees are surprisingly difficult to photograph well, Dan. Most of my shots get ditched. In fact, I rarely shoot them now, unless they are doing something unusual etc.

So I think this image has worked well.

[jdathebowler]

I took this one today.
Bumblebee Bombus terrestris? by jdathebowler, on Flickr

[IzzieK]

Dan...excellent shot! It must have been frustrating but well worth it now that you got this one...

[Rebel]

2nd shot is much better