The 'Minecraft Bee Is Trans' meme emerged shortly after Mojang introduced bees to Minecraft in the 1.15 update in 2019. The internet quickly embraced the oversized, fuzzy insect as a transgender icon, largely due to a viral Twitter thread and fan-made resource packs that recolored the bee to match the blue, pink, and white stripes of the trans flag. While the meme initially started as a wholesome way to promote inclusivity within the gaming community, it eventually evolved into a standard image macro format used to assert trans rights or simply celebrate the aesthetic connection between the game's creature and the pride flag. Today, it remains a symbol of positivity and representation for LGBTQ+ players worldwide.