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Mining Bee? Andrena cerasifolii? - Xylocopa californica

Mining Bee? Andrena cerasifolii? - Xylocopa californica
Scotty's Castle, Death Valley NP, Inyo County, California, USA
April 3, 2007

Large carpenter bee.
This is a large carpenter bee, genus Xylocopa, probably a male specimen. Can't tell which species.

 
Thanks . . .
Eric:

Thank-you for your ID help with regards to this insect being a carpenter bee. As usual, your input is very educational and much appreciated!

Best wishes,
Scott

 
X. californica
male

probably subspecies arizonensis

 
Thanks . . .
John:

Thank-you very much for your specific ID help in regards to this bee. It is much appreciated!

Best wishes,
Scott

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