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Nomad Bee

DateSat 2010-05-15

A nomad bee, probably Nomada flava (Hymenoptera: Apidae).  These live as 'cuckoos' in the nests of mining bees, such as Andrena sp.

Photo taken in Whiteknights Park, Reading University grounds, Reading, UK, on 2010-05-10.

AuthorTristram Brelstaff | CommentPost a Comment |

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