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BeesCan you help me identify
I live in south Florida. I see this feeding at the flowers in our herb garden … basil
Pete
Hi Pete,
This is a Green Orchid Bee, Euglossa viridissima. This is a tropical genus but the Green Orchid Bee is established in Florida and has also been reported in Texas according to BugGuide.Your photo is quite stunning.
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