Are dahlias actually good for bees and other pollinators?

Single-flowered dahlias like the one pictured are excellent for bees because their open center gives easy access to pollen and nectar. Double-flowered varieties, by contrast, are largely useless to pollinators since dense petals block the reproductive parts. Gardeners supporting biodiversity are therefore advised to choose single or semi-double dahlia cultivars.

How can this Photo be used?

This stock photo is available for commercial use under the Kataloop license. The high resolution of 5760 x 8640 pixels supports large-format print applications. Example uses include: biodiversity and environmental awareness campaigns, packaging design for organic or garden products, nature magazines, educational content on pollination ecology, and social media posts for gardening or sustainability brands.

What mood does this Photo convey?

The high-contrast red of the dahlia and the soft green bokeh create a vivid yet calm nature scene. The bee positioned at the flower's center conveys focused activity without feeling hectic. The image evokes summer abundance, natural processes, and the quiet interdependence between plant and insect.

What equipment was used to capture this Photo?

The fine details of the bee and the vivid red petals were captured with the Sony Alpha 1 (ILCE-1) and the Sony FE 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II lens. The 50-megapixel sensor delivers a resolution of 5760 x 8640 pixels, preserving wing texture and pollen granules even after heavy cropping. The f/2.8 aperture of the GM II zoom creates the smooth, creamy bokeh visible in the background.

What visual style or trend does this Photo represent?

Pollinating insects have become a central visual motif in communications around biodiversity loss and ecological responsibility. Advertising and corporate content increasingly favors concrete nature imagery over abstract symbols to build credibility. This image meets that need through its documentary directness and strong color impact.

Honeybee pollinating vibrant red dahlia flower

Name: Honeybee pollinating vibrant red dahlia flower
Brand: Kataloop
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Honeybee pollinating vibrant red dahlia flower

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5760

8640

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SONY ILCE-1

FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

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