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Scientific Name: Diadasia (australis species group)
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Common Name: (a cactus bee)
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Family: Apidae
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Description: A female cactus bee, Diadasia sp. (Diadasia australis species group) was on the lower lobe of a Penstemon spectabilis flower; it was not seen to enter the throat. This bee would more usually be seen on cactus flowers, and both Prickly-Pear (Opuntia littoralis) and Cane Cholla (Cylindropuntia californica) were blooming nearby.
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Notes: Photographed 8 May 2010.
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Location: Bernard Field Station
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BFS Area: Western CSS
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Photo Type: Animal--Insect
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Photographer: Nancy Hamlett
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Date Taken:
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Upload Date: 2010-05-29 22:11:03
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