Couple Falls In Love With Wingless Bumblebee | The Dodo 

That bee could've had a very short and difficult life, most likely alone and without the mobility to survive on her own. But you gave her the best life she could possibly have had. For you, it was a month of your time, for her it was her whole life by your side.

I never thought you could be this close to a bug, especially a bee! Ruby is such a sweetheart may she forever be dancing with flowers in the heavens!!

I think this is the true purpose of human beings: Using our inteligence and empathy to be keepers, guardians and caretakers of nature

The coolest part of that story is that YOU NOTICED she didn’t have wings. How rare is that?

“I wanted to put her around other bees so she wouldn’t forget her native tongue” 😭 So flipping wholesome

Fun fact: Insects and other arthropods absolutely have consciousness and self-awareness, albeit basic and vastly different from our own. Since it's brain and nervous system are so small signals are able to be sent and received much faster than humans can, essentially allowing this bee to perceive time in high fps slow motion. In other words, that single month meant a lifetime to that bee.

Awh, what a unique life experience. Not a lot of people get to say they've had a wingless bee as a pet, this story is amazing.

Thank you for saving her. And THIS is what is meant by “we have dominion over animals”. We aren’t better than them. We take care of them.

First of all, THANK YOU FOR SAVING THIS PRECIOUS BEE!!!! So much compassion which every animal deserves! I recently rescued a bumblebee this summer(our house is made of cedar and they love to carve holes in the wood for their homes which we don’t mind-afterall we are ruining the land which they need to live on) who was not quite an adult. She couldn’t fly as well because of perhaps a deformity as she had no wings? Will never know for certain why however I can tell you I sure did take care of her everyday-she had her flowers and sugar water. While I knew in my heart she wouldn’t live as long as she would in the wild with her wings I at least know she lived longer than she would had I not helped her. She was very lethargic and not doing well when I rescued her so when she became the same way 18 days later I knew it was her time to go. She passed peacefully in her little home right after I put her there. While I normally put them back in their home/hole, this one did not go back in so I didn’t force it as I didn’t want to chance her falling out for a second time. Love from my home to yours-Katie

After seeing SO MANY different relationships to the animal world, I have come to the conclusion that fear of the unknown makes you do stupid stuff. But when love and caring is shown a true heart felt relationship can take place, with ANY living thing!

Fun fact: bees do have a memory span (of 3 days, I think) and can recognize faces. So she did in fact recognize her humans and could differentiate them from others. She had the best life possible in the situation she was found in. I am very proud of these people 😊

Am I really crying right now because of a bumblebee??? This story is precious, and it’s wonderful to see people who value life on all scales to such an extent!

This whole entire thing is absolutely INSANE! The wingless wandering bee, the cat, the time consuming care, the relationship that was built, I mean EVERYTHING about this makes this by far one of the coolest science experiment turned social experiment I've ever seen. IT'S AMAZING!!

This was just so precious and special. People overlook that insects also have important roles in our lives and that they all have emotions as we do. They become afraid, happy, and sad, they feel joy and become emotionally attached just as people do. Most importantly they are capable of love. My daughter loves life in every form and has a such deep respect for all living creatures and plants. We've had Wolf Spiders as pets that had free reign of our house, they drank from the dog bowls and hunted for their food to eat in the home, and they chose to stay inside with us. We had a huge female and she had no fear of any of us, including our dogs and cat. When she finally died she came out from the hole in the wall she dug out for her house, laid herself across my daughters' feet, and passed away peacefully. She lived a full life, had babies for the next generation, and lived very well and safely in our home for a little more than 2 years. For our family it was a very special time, the bond we had with her was as precious as any of our other pets. When I see videos like this one it makes my heart so joyful. We are bridging a gap we've never considered before. To have this kind of special and deep bond with a Bubble Bee is truly remarkable. Bubbles are so sweet.

My daughter has pet beetles. One passed away last night. I showed her this video, and she became a bit teary-eyed again, but it was also nice for her to see other people caring about and caring for insects like she does. This was a nice reminder for her that, just like Ruby, her little Eddie had a comfortable, safe life.

Brought tears to my eyes. Thankyou for something good in this world.

If someone had come to me this morning when I woke up and told me that by the evening I would be crying over a wingless bumblebee, I would have laughed and thought it was a fever dream. Thank you for giving Ruby a lifetime of love and care 💛🖤🤍 the world needs more people like you guys!

Even without wings she had a perfect life. All she knew was your love and care and commitment.

Also crying. The most unique story. The bee had a full life thanks to her. The cat was also amazing.

You gave not only her life back after loosing her wings but you gave her a new experience that other bees don't usually get to experience

Such a wonderful couple to help this miracle of nature. Not many people would see the worth, or beauty, in a wingless bee but I am sure glad that she happened across the path of these caring folks. Thank you for helping her, what a heroic thing to do. RIP: Ruby, you were the best!

I care for bumbles too 💗🤍💗 our garden has tons of flowers specifically for bees and butterflies. We'd get a lot of tired bumbles that needed some warmth and sugar water. I'd pick them up, warm them in my hands and feed them a little bit of sugar water and some flowers. They all seemed to enjoy being petted too! The longest I cared for one was 3 days. I love every single one of them and always cried when one passed away. I'd bury them in a matchbox with a little flower in under the apple tree. It's the only thing I like about summer, caring for and loving each fluff butt that needs a rest.

This bee, this woman, this cat, that home with SO much genuine pure love and acceptance! This is how it SHOULD be, how we ALL should be! ❤️⭐⭐❤️

Really wanted to thank you for giving Ruby so much love during her brief time on this planet! Sounds like she returned it threefold! Made me cry! ❤🐝❤🐝❤🐝❤

She lived her best life in those 32 days thanks to those lovely people. What a precious little bee.🐝🧡

Soft touches of humanity. One of many splendors of life. The care, the love. Thank you for the care you put into the beautiful living creature

Bumblebees are so cute, they dont sting you even if you pat their abdomen. Its not even painful when they sting. Its like 2 times the pain. Also bumblebees live for a month and this little guy sure had a wonderful life

When I can't stand the world, I watch a Dodo video and it makes me feel better. I love that there these incredible people like Shay and Michael on the planet that care for every living thing, whether it be a dog, cat, lizard, racoon and even a sweet Bumblebee named Ruby. May Ruby be once again buzzing away over the Rainbow Bridge.

This is so beautiful. Many people doesn’t realize that insects can have personalities and be so caring.

A simple act of kindness may go unnoticed in our world but to me you're doing some of the most important work on this planet. Please keep it up, my wife and I love you for this.

you gave that beautiful bumble a whole lifespan, and what seemed to be an enjoyable one if that is possible for an insect. Well done!

I've always liked bumble bees. Not sure why I like them so much more than other bees/hornets/wasps. They generally seem to have a gentle demeanor compared to the others.

Ok, I'm officially blown away! Never would I have ever imagined a bond could form between a human and a bumble bee! You got some great footage of her that you can cherish and share and she will be a part of Internet lore probably forever :)

Nothing in this whole world makes my heart hurt and tears come uncontrollable then to see a creature hurt or pass away. Nothing!

What an exotic life she led with you, dining on nectars, meeting "aliens" like the curious cat, but, best of all, feeling loved and respected in a family of her own.

Just think and be happy that, For you it was a "mere" month. But for her it was her entire life she spent with you. You literally made her life as beautiful as it could become. Thats just amazing.

One day you figure I learn to watch these at home so I can tear up in private, not in the break room at work 😂❤️

This brought years to my eyes. We are all simply trying to survive, no matter our size. Wish their were more people in the world like you. You could actually see Ruby's character. Fly high Ruby 🥰🥰🥰

This bee may have not been able to live a long life like other animals, but she lived a safe and happy life, she knew she was loved and had somone that saved her life despite being a little bug. I may be scared of a lot of bugs but bumble bees are my favorites and this made my morning ❤

I didn't know their lifespan was so short! I got worried after u mentioned it then when u said she didn't buzz that morning I knew her end was coming & when u said she passed away I started balling, I'm still crying😭 I can't imagine how u guys felt! Sorry for ur loss & thank you for loving her & making her life great even without wings!! Fly high sweetie!!♥️🐝

What this couple did caring for this bumblebee is so beautiful and heartwarming! 🥰❤️🐝

Such compassion for a little bumblebees it's wonderful. Ruby absolutely knew you were her angel. You gave Ruby a full life and you got to give her lot and lots of flowers and she got to be a bumblebee because of you. If Ruby could talk I know she would have said thank you.

Bees are such amazing creatures. Very happy to see that you cared for this wingless bee and got to spent 32 wonderful days together!

She didn't want her to forget her native tongue omg 🥺💗

Awe. So much we don't know about life in this world. This was lovely. RIP bumblebee.

You gave her a lifetime of love and happiness. That's all any of us could ask for.

Taking care of a disabled bee changes you. She was precious. Disabled bees are so grateful to be rescued and so smart

They all have souls and feelings, you just don’t think of them like that, you don’t make that decision of what matters and what doesn’t. They all matter, every single thing. Rest In Peace.

She has her wings now and flying from flower to flower! RIP cutie bee!

the cat: “ I never even payed these bees any mind. Now I love them 😍🐝 “

It's easy to look at 32 days and think it's not very much, but you were there for most, if not all, of Ruby's life & you made it wonderful for her, I'm sure.

My 2 sons and I, at different times rescued a bee like yours and 2 different butterflies. I know how endearing they can be. We cried when they died, but they got great care whilst they lived. Thank you for this video. Charming.

RIP Ruby, you were so loved, cared for and unique... Bless all your hearts for the TLC she got. 😂😇💐🎉🤗🎂🌹😻🎊🙌😍🎁🍀🐱💖

This just restores my faith in humanity . ❤so beautiful

That was one of the cutest things I’ve ever seen. Good ol Ruby, may she Rest In Peace. I’m sorry she passed away, but I gotta say, that was the coolest video I’ve seen in a long time.

Watching bees work on flowers is one of my favorite pastimes. I filmed so much of it

People tend to forget that even the smallest creature is a living thing. Trying its best to live the life it was given. Bless you, your family and this little creature.

This is both so sad and so beautiful.

Ruby was proof that even the smallest creatures can have the brightest souls. RIP pretty girl. She may have only lived 28 days, but your love for her will last the rest of your life.

RIP little Bumblebee, good to know you had beautiful life.

Such a sweet story ❤️ When I was a teen I came across a pigeon that had froze to the ground. I warmed the ground beneath it to free it from the ice. I brought it home to care for but unfortunately it didn't make it through the night and my dad took it to the vet for cremation. Even though she didn't make it I am glad she passed warm in a blanket by my side and not frozen alone in the street.

This shows there is kindness in this world I’m glad people care about insects and arachnids and all other animals like me😊 Rest In Peace Ruby😢

That was so sweet. Made me cry. I wish you had more time with her

How incredibly special. What are the odds that this precious wingless bumblebee would be connected to just the person who could help him - and did help him in the most perfect way. Thank you so much.

Man i’m crying.. rest in peace, beautiful Ruby

Such a wonderful and heart warming video. All living beings need love and compassion. Thank very much for having helped this gorgeous bumble bee.

I wish all people were this compassionate.

I'm crying. What an absolutely touching story. Even with wings, Ruby would have stayed with you. Thank you for loving her. In memory of tiny Ruby 🌼🌷⚘🌻

What a precious little soul. She experience joy and happiness before passing. Rip.

This is one of the sweetest stories ever.

Thank you for "bee"ing so wonderful and compassionate! I have developed a greater appreciation for bumblebees after learning about their short lifespan. Thank you.

They're so smart and they know when ppl are trying to help.

What a wonderful story, I am glad you took care of Ruby and gave her a good life.

This was precious to watch. They gave her love and a wonderful home in her short little life. 💕

You gave her comfort in her lifetime of danger. That’s more than anyone could ever do for such a sensitive animal. Thank you for being so kind and making sure she was loved 🐝🌸🩵

Omg, that little bee butt hanging out of the flower…cuteness overload!

I never knew a bee can be so loyal it’s amazing, thank you for caring for this bee and I’m sorry for the loss 😭💜

Aww...I got a little misty! That sweet little bee. Its easy to see why she fell in love with it. I hope she is buzzing around in bee heaven 💖

I understand your sadness... but there is no need to be sad! You have a precious bee a full, happy life. There are very few people who can say that. She was in your path for a reason.🐝 Thank you for being such caring people.

Oh gosh, what a heartwarming story. What an amazing experience Ruby had being your's even if it was for a short while.💕💕💕💕💕

Makes one wonder on how that bumblebee end up without wings when those lovely humans found her. She was just glad to spend her whole life to someone who looked after her even without the wings. It also makes us humans happy to see how the cat would be gentle and chill around her. What a lovely story to be shared

OMG - This is amazing. I love Bumble Bees. I have seen them so tired that the have a wee nap in the flower with their butts sticking up. Such an amazing insect.

This is the second story that I’ve seen of someone looking after a wingless bee. And both stories are just as heartwarming as each other. Ruby was very lucky and happy right to the end. I couldn’t imagine her being safer and more loved anywhere else. Beautiful story!

So, so incredible - what a gift you were to each other.

My heart broke when Ruby had passed away! 😭 Rest in eternal paradise beautiful!

This was the best thing I have seen in a while. Ya got me bawling over how good they were to a bumble bee. God I love the wee creatures, makes me feel good to see em treated well.

Caring for a life, no matter how small, is always a beautiful thing. Thank you for your story and I am so sorry for your loss.💔🤗💕❤️‍🩹

You are an amazing person!!, to have noticed Ruby’s needs from the very beginning takes so much intuition. Good for you, perhaps there was something you needed to learn and Ruby was placed there to help you learn. God bless your kindness!!. 🙏🏼❤️

It shows that even a little 🐝 can have an amazing impact on human lives. I bet along with her teaching you, you researched a lot about her. You gave her the best life because we both know she wouldn't have survived without your intervention. She loved you so much that she stayed around beyond her life expectancy. She was the queen bee ❤️ 🐝 🌼

This story brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for being such a compassionate person. This world needs more people like you.

Thank you for caring for the smallest and weakest of creatures, and loving her! Animals just know, and they feel love too.

Well although that bees life was short and rough due to its inability to fly I'm sure that it lived a happy life, because of how much it was cared for and loved truly amazing how even a bee can become a friend especially in today's world. Ruby will be missed but she will never "Bee" forgotten 🐝

Aww this is so beautiful! BEEautiful, I guess you could say. She’s so sweet. Ruby Could tell You Have a Beautiful Bright Blooming soul. BEE Blessed 💛Pollinate Kindess and Love everyone!

Bless her heart, this is jus precious

I’m speechless…and crying. This is beautiful ❤

I wonder how it lost its wings. What a great bee mom.

God bless them for taking care of Ruby the wingless bumblebee for her short life with love and care 🥺❤️🙏🏻

Wow!!!! You guys lived the real life bee movie. Movies are real 🐝🐝🐝❤❤❤thank you for taking care of Ruby. She meet love and kindness and got to enjoy her bee life everyday. Much love and gratitude 🙏

my faith in humanity just went up a little bit...thank you for showing us this sweet little bee and for taking care of them for as long as you did.

I don't know exactly what I expected with a Dodo insect story, but I didn't expect to cry at the end... lovely