On Eriogonum. About 4mm size. Did not appear to have visible bands of color on abdomen or carrying pollen on legs. Several bees seen at same time visiting shrub.
Gulf Fritillary caterpillar in its pre-chrysalis “J”
Seemed larger than a honeybee. Legs and stripes looked more reddish/rusty. Also reminds me of a paper wasp but I’m pretty certain it’s a bee?
On yarrow. Zone 10. 80F. Two bees seen on same flower, only one could be pictured.
On yarrow. Clear. Slight Breeze. 91F. Zone 10. Pollen seen on legs. Did not appear to have stripes on abdomen.
On cliff aster.