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12
Dec

Eastern Carpenter Bee

Posted by:admin Posted On:12 Dec 2025

Xylocopa virginica Taxonomy Common Names Description The Eastern Carpenter Bee is a large, robust native bee often mistaken for a bumblebee. It can be distinguished by its shiny, hairless black abdomen, contrasting with a fuzzy yellow thorax. Adults measure approximately

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02
May

Apis mellifera

Posted by:admin Posted On:2 May 2024

Honey Bee Taxonomy: Common Names by Region: Description: The Apis mellifera, commonly known as the Honey Bee, is a small insect characterized by its robust body, densely hairy thorax, and distinct yellow and black striped abdomen. They have two pairs

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