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Wasp? - Nomada - female

Wasp? - Nomada - Female
Spokane, Washington, USA
August 7, 2012
I photographed this individual last summer in a private garden in Spokane. I'm guessing it might be some kind of wasp. It appeared to be hunting for nectar.

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Moved from ID Request.

Bee, I think
Maybe something like this one:



Wait for expert confirmation/correction, though. :)

 
A Western Cuckoo bee - Nomada sp.?
The photo you posted certainly does show an individual similar to the one I saw. We'll see what the experts say. Many thanks!

 
Nomada indeed
Good ID, Ken :)

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