https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/288411976
#iNaturalist #Hymenoptera #nativebees #insects
I think I've seen an Augochlorella aurata, but no one ever seconded my observation. A spectacular little bee, particularly in full sun:
https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/30508443
#iNaturalist #Hymenoptera #nativebees #entomology
There's a chance I may someday soon see a leafcutter bee, in petal cutter action
This is one of dozens of Romneya flowers that has been visited
Hopefully this season, many small nests are being padded with petals
Nothing like iridescence to help resist and uplift
Halictus (?) & Eriogonum cinereum
I never thought I'd get a clear picture of bees tumbling in an embrace, yet here we are
Pretty sure these are Melissodes on Eriogonum fasiculatum
Wild bee still waking up on a cloudy morning. A yellow daisy like flower behind it gives the feeling of a sunshine halo.
Melissodes on Encelia californica
🕵️♀️ Become a Community Scientist!
Join us for a BioBlitz at Countryside Park on Saturday, June 7, from 10 AM to 2 PM. Help us document the plants, animals, and fungi that call this park home using the iNaturalist app. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and a smartphone!
📍 Location: Countryside Park, 15204 NE 7th St, Vancouver, WA 98684
Learn more: https://vancouverbeeproject.org/events-2-1/bioblitz-at-countryside-park
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Did you know that 70% of native bees nest underground? These unsung heroes are vital for pollinating our local flora.
🌼 Support them by leaving patches of bare soil, avoiding pesticides, and planting native flowers.
🐝 Witness their activity at the nesting aggregation in Downs Neighbors Park (3217 NE 62nd Ave, Vancouver, WA).
#GroundNestingBees #PollinatorHeroes #NativeBees #VancouverWA #BeeFriendlyGardening #DownsNeighborsPark
On remote Bear Island, NC, a Robber Fly captures a Metallic Blue Sweat Bee.
Predatory Robber Flies can catch their prey in mid-flight.
🐝 Metallic Sweat Bees, jewels of the insect world, are beneficial #NativeBees in that they are indiscriminate #pollinators. They nest underground.