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One of the popular flowering eucalypts is the Eucalyptus erythrocorys, commonly known as the Red-capped Gum. Not only is it a popular ornamental tree, but it attracts a whole host of native pollinators, from wasps, beetles and native bees. The flowers of the tree are also popular with European Honey Bee (Apis mellifera).

European Honey Bee on Eucalyptus erythrocorys, Alice Springs, NT
European Honey Bee on Eucalyptus erythrocorys, Alice Springs, NT
Red-capped Gum (Eucalyptus erythrocorys)
European Honey Bee on the Red-capped Gum (Eucalyptus erythrocorys), Alice Springs NT
Red-capped Gum (Eucalyptus erythrocorys)
European Honey Bee on the Red-capped Gum (Eucalyptus erythrocorys), Alice Springs NT

Apis melliferaDark Apis mellifera Apis mellifera — Captured flora moments Acacia ligulata Black Pigweed Cape Honeysuckle Citrus Convolvulus cneorum Convolvulus sabatius Duranta Echinacea purpurea Eremophila nivea Eremophila Wildberry Eucalyptus erythrocorys Eucalyptus orbifolia Gazania Gossypium sturtianum Hakea leucoptera Osteospermum Pomegranate Poppy Sturt’s Desert Pea Sweet Basil

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