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Subgenus Callomegachile, Giant Resin Bees (Megachile Subgenus Callomegachile, Giant Resin Bees)
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Sculptured Resin Bee (Megachile sculpturalis)
Photo#72074
Copyright © 2006
John Fox
Giant Resin Bee? -
Megachile sculpturalis
Arlington County, Virginia, USA
August 9, 2006
Size: 1+"
Very similar to images in the guide
here
. This individual appeared distressed by the substance on its mouth, which reminds me of silicone caulk.
Thanks,
John
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Contributed by
John Fox
on 21 August, 2006 - 5:00pm
Last updated 22 August, 2006 - 7:21am
Yes.
Hm-m-m, THIS one may be a female.
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Eric R. Eaton
, 21 August, 2006 - 7:09pm
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Cool
Thanks, Eric.
I tried to move it to the species page but my browser hiccuped and/or something else happened. I'll figure out how to do it soon.
John
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John Fox
, 21 August, 2006 - 9:45pm
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