Bumbler bee on Astrantia

I like the way the bees grab their claws to hold it steady while they feed. After much trying I finally got a good shot between the Astrantia florets.

If anyone knows the type of bee this is I would be grateful to know.

Brand:	Canon
Camera:	Canon EOS 7D
Lens:	EF100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM
Recording media:	JPEG (digital)
Date Taken:	29 Jul 2012 - 12:10 PM
Focal Length:	100mm
Lens Max Aperture:	f/2.8
Aperture:	f/5.6
Shutter Speed:	1/500sec
Exposure Comp:	0.0
ISO:	400
Exposure Mode:	Aperture-priority AE
Metering Mode:	Multi-segment
Flash:	Off, Did not fire

Title:	Bumbler bee on Astrantia
Username:	mikehit
Uploaded:	5 Oct 2012 - 8:33 AM
Tags:	Animals, Astrantia, Flowers, Honey bee, Insects, Macro and close-up, Plants, Wildlife / nature
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