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Yellow-masked Bee

Hylaeus sp.

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Field Notes

Description:

Small black wasp-like bee with some yellow markings. No clear images of the abdomen :(

Habitat:

Screen door under porch light in the backyard

Reference Links:

Genus Hylaeus - Yellow-masked Bees - BugGuide.Net

Species ID Suggestions

Yellow-masked bee (female)

Hylaeus sp.

Reference Link
BugEric
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Comments (2)
BugEric
I only know this from experience, as they *are* very wasp-like. Males have more extensive yellow markings on the face.

Spotted for Missions

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Southern California Wildlife
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National Geographic's Great Nature Project
Mission
The Bug Chicks Sofa Safari

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PublishedAugust 25, 2013

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