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Bee - Andrena sp. possibly A.scotica ( carantonica )
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Bee - Andrena sp. possibly A.scotica ( carantonica ) (Andrena sp.)

Anyone with an interest in bees and has looked at Steven Falk's excellent photographic identification catalogues on Flickr will understand my reticence in putting forward a positive ID as it is an absolute minefield to a novice like myself.
I'm not even sure it is Andrena sp. but that's the most likely but if anyone out there recognises it please let me know.

All I know for sure is that it was laden with pollen and I liked the way it seemed to be peering over the top of the flower as if checking the coast was clear before taking off.

NB/ I think it may be Andrena scotica - Chocolate Mining Bee which was recently known as Andrena Carantonica but it is reverting back to its older name A.scotica.
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Habitat
My garden
Location
North Devon UK
Date taken
Summer 2016
Scientific name
Andrena sp.
Equipment used
Canon 1D MKIV + 100mm f2.8L IS macro lens
Kits
I am no good with IDs, John, but what a fabulous shot of this pollen laden bee.
 
Stanley Jones
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She looks very intent. Once again impressive dof, detail, colors, and setting. Marvelous macro John! TFS!
 

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