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Copyright © 2013
Chris Harper
Wasp? -
Nomada
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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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Contributed by
Chris Harper
on 31 January, 2013 - 9:28pm
Last updated 9 March, 2015 - 8:04am
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Keng-Lou James Hung
, 31 January, 2013 - 11:23pm
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Bee, I think
Maybe something like this one:
Wait for expert confirmation/correction, though. :)
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Ken Wolgemuth
, 31 January, 2013 - 9:59pm
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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!
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Chris Harper
, 31 January, 2013 - 10:36pm
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Nomada indeed
Good ID, Ken :)
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Keng-Lou James Hung
, 31 January, 2013 - 11:23pm
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