I have lots of these small flying black bugs in my garden. Let’s take a closer look…
It looks like a wasp to me, but its big pollen baskets make me think that maybe it is a bee. My best guess is that it is a type of mining bee. According to The National Audubon Society Field Guide to Insects and Spiders, Mining Bees have a head almost as big as their thorax and an abdomen longer than both the head and thorax combined. It also says that their wings can be a smoky color and that it has a pollen brush on its legs. Seems like a possible match to me.
Mining Bees nest underground in tunnels and most live alone. Since they are important for pollinating plants, I’m glad I have them around.
Wow!!! he’s a hefty one and what a grand sight. Great shots.
Yes! I welcome the sight too!
grow more of the lovely flowers and you can keep bees. LOL
Beautiful yellow and love the addition of the bee.
It’s a perfect day for the bee
Heheheee He’s spotted yellow from the flower!
Enjoy your weekend
The bee looks like it’s very, very happy!