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Scientific Name: Diadasia (australis species group) Common Name: (a cactus bee) Family: Apidae |
| 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. |
| Notes: Photographed 8 May 2010. |
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Location: Bernard Field Station BFS Area: Western CSS Photo Type: Animal--Insect Photographer: Nancy Hamlett Upload Date: 2010-05-29 22:11:03 |
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