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Centris Bee

Centris sp

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Field Notes

Description:

This small black and yellow bee puts on quite a show hovering around my Thraylis bush. When he lands it is more like giving the flower a bear hug. I have never observed this behavior in honey bees.

Habitat:

My garden. Is it a Bee or a Bee/Fly?

Species ID Suggestions

Centris bee

Centris sp.
Juan DiTrani
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PublishedAugust 7, 2011

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