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Jun 21, 2014 1:00 PM CST
Name: Janet Super Sleuth
Near Lincoln UK
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I tip my hat to you.

The grey bee is an Anthophorine Bee, it's quite unlikely you will be able to determine which species.

http://bugguide.net/node/view/...

The green bee is what you would call a 'sweat bee' in the family Halictidae, possibly Agapostemon.

http://bugguide.net/node/view/...

Lovely shots!

You're welcome Debra. Smiling
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Jun 21, 2014 1:23 PM CST
Name: Ann ~Heat zn 9, Sunset
North Fl. (Zone 8b)
Garden Sages Region: Ukraine Native Plants and Wildflowers Xeriscape Organic Gardener I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database!
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You *are* amazing Janet!
I am a strong believer in the simple fact is that what matters in this life is how we treat others. I think that's what living is all about. Not what I've done in my life but how I've treated others. ~~ Sharon Brown
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Jun 21, 2014 1:24 PM CST
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Name: Dirt
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Janet--You Rock!!!
Thank You!
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Jun 21, 2014 2:45 PM CST
Name: Janet Super Sleuth
Near Lincoln UK
Bee Lover Plant Identifier Organic Gardener Dragonflies I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Charter ATP Member
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I'm not at all amazing but thanks for the compliment Ann! I've been a very determined individual over the last few years who wished to know what I had around me. It was at first a very difficult road to take, but it's like riding a bike, once you know how it becomes second nature.

dirtdorphins, I don't mind rocking to the sound of insects. Hilarious!
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Jun 21, 2014 5:54 PM CST
Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi
Dragonflies Dog Lover Bookworm I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Photography Bee Lover
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Hilarious! Hilarious! Hilarious! Hilarious!
It’s okay to not know all the answers.
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Jun 21, 2014 11:47 PM CST
Name: Toni Melvin
Sherwood Oregon (Zone 8a)
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Wow! I just learned some amazingly cool stuff here!
Thank You! everyone Group hug
Toni
I aspire to be the person my dog thinks I am
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Jun 22, 2014 4:06 AM CST
Name: Glen Ingram
Macleay Is, Qld, Australia (Zone 12a)
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My goodness, who was that? Zoom - and your bugs are all done.
The problem is that when you are young your life it is ruined by your parents. When you are older it is ruined by your children.
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Jun 22, 2014 4:43 AM CST
Name: Janet Super Sleuth
Near Lincoln UK
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Gleni said:My goodness, who was that? Zoom - and your bugs are all done.


'twas one of your fellow countrymen, or countrywomen. nodding
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Jun 22, 2014 10:44 AM CST
Name: Ann ~Heat zn 9, Sunset
North Fl. (Zone 8b)
Garden Sages Region: Ukraine Native Plants and Wildflowers Xeriscape Organic Gardener I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database!
Garden Ideas: Master Level Butterflies Charter ATP Member Plant Identifier Million Pollinator Garden Challenge Dog Lover
Gleni said:My goodness, who was that? Zoom - and your bugs are all done.


She's a super sleuth Glen. Bugs, plants, she can ID them all before you can shake a sheep's tail.
I am a strong believer in the simple fact is that what matters in this life is how we treat others. I think that's what living is all about. Not what I've done in my life but how I've treated others. ~~ Sharon Brown
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Jun 24, 2014 2:31 PM CST
Name: Jeanie
Minnesota (Zone 4a)
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Just thought I'd share my favorite bee and butterfly pics....
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Old gardeners never die. They are just pruned and repotted.
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Jun 24, 2014 4:55 PM CST
Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi
Dragonflies Dog Lover Bookworm I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Photography Bee Lover
Plays in the sandbox Butterflies Region: Texas Garden Sages I sent a postcard to Randy! Charter ATP Member
I love butterflies...sigh... Lovey dubby
It’s okay to not know all the answers.
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Jun 25, 2014 1:32 PM CST
Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi
Dragonflies Dog Lover Bookworm I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Photography Bee Lover
Plays in the sandbox Butterflies Region: Texas Garden Sages I sent a postcard to Randy! Charter ATP Member
Bees on Greek Oregano blossoms
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It’s okay to not know all the answers.
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Jun 25, 2014 2:12 PM CST
Name: Ann ~Heat zn 9, Sunset
North Fl. (Zone 8b)
Garden Sages Region: Ukraine Native Plants and Wildflowers Xeriscape Organic Gardener I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database!
Garden Ideas: Master Level Butterflies Charter ATP Member Plant Identifier Million Pollinator Garden Challenge Dog Lover
Honey bees getting their work done. Lovey dubby Lovey dubby Lovey dubby
I am a strong believer in the simple fact is that what matters in this life is how we treat others. I think that's what living is all about. Not what I've done in my life but how I've treated others. ~~ Sharon Brown
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Jun 25, 2014 2:51 PM CST
Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi
Dragonflies Dog Lover Bookworm I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Photography Bee Lover
Plays in the sandbox Butterflies Region: Texas Garden Sages I sent a postcard to Randy! Charter ATP Member
They LOVE this Oregano. I have it planted in four or five places.
It’s okay to not know all the answers.
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Jun 25, 2014 4:56 PM CST
Name: Glen Ingram
Macleay Is, Qld, Australia (Zone 12a)
(Lee Reinke X Rose F Kennedy) X Unk
Amaryllis Hybridizer Canning and food preservation Lilies Native Plants and Wildflowers Orchids
Plant Lover: Loves 'em all! Pollen collector Lover of wildlife (Raccoon badge) Plays in the sandbox Sedums Seed Starter
I have never seen mine flower. Oregano
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The problem is that when you are young your life it is ruined by your parents. When you are older it is ruined by your children.
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Jun 25, 2014 5:01 PM CST
Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi
Dragonflies Dog Lover Bookworm I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Photography Bee Lover
Plays in the sandbox Butterflies Region: Texas Garden Sages I sent a postcard to Randy! Charter ATP Member
My Golden Oregano doesn't flower, but this stuff is a blooming machine.
It’s okay to not know all the answers.
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Jun 25, 2014 8:21 PM CST
Name: Ann ~Heat zn 9, Sunset
North Fl. (Zone 8b)
Garden Sages Region: Ukraine Native Plants and Wildflowers Xeriscape Organic Gardener I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database!
Garden Ideas: Master Level Butterflies Charter ATP Member Plant Identifier Million Pollinator Garden Challenge Dog Lover
There are 3 greek oregano in the db but no photos from you Debra. Which variety do you have?
I am a strong believer in the simple fact is that what matters in this life is how we treat others. I think that's what living is all about. Not what I've done in my life but how I've treated others. ~~ Sharon Brown
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Jun 25, 2014 8:24 PM CST
Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi
Dragonflies Dog Lover Bookworm I was one of the first 300 contributors to the plant database! Garden Photography Bee Lover
Plays in the sandbox Butterflies Region: Texas Garden Sages I sent a postcard to Randy! Charter ATP Member
dunno, they was the big box store variety Big Grin
It’s okay to not know all the answers.
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Jun 26, 2014 12:54 AM CST
Name: cheshirekat
New Mexico, USA Zone 8 (Zone 8a)
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This morning, after spending too much time hunting squash bugs, I had my spirits lifted by watching this bee on the parsley. I don't grow much parsley, so I haven't paid much attention to it. But I noticed several bugs were checking out the parsley. I love bees, so I ignored the others. I don't remember what type of bee this is, but I was happy that he was happy. I've had this parsley for a couple years. I know it is a biennial and decided this was the year to have more parsley. So, I moved some of it from the big pot on the porch to a spot near my tomatoes. It promptly went to seed but didn't look like it would make it. So, I avoided harvesting any of the parsley until the seeds grew to decent sized plants. But the parsley is so pretty that I still haven't harvested any. The parsley on the porch grows much more slowly in comparison, because it doesn't get as much sun. If only my borage would hurry up and flower so I can have bees attracted to my garden from one end to the other.

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"A garden is a friend you can visit any time." - Anonymous
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Jun 26, 2014 1:56 AM CST
Name: Glen Ingram
Macleay Is, Qld, Australia (Zone 12a)
(Lee Reinke X Rose F Kennedy) X Unk
Amaryllis Hybridizer Canning and food preservation Lilies Native Plants and Wildflowers Orchids
Plant Lover: Loves 'em all! Pollen collector Lover of wildlife (Raccoon badge) Plays in the sandbox Sedums Seed Starter
Great bee! Wow.
The problem is that when you are young your life it is ruined by your parents. When you are older it is ruined by your children.

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