I have noticed Common Carder Bees before at this time of year so I wasnt surprised when I started to see them in the garden this week.  They are an interesting bee, smaller than other  Bumble Bees with a noticeable striped abdomen. They have a long tongue and dont seem to fly as quikly as the other bumble bees making it easier to photograph them while they are flying.

The dark background was created by the inside of the garage behind.

Showing the long tongue.