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Comment on The Case of the Twisted Stem by | Deep Sea News

| Deep Sea News — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 03:20:39 +0000

[...] if the artistry of the tatting caterpillar was not enough, be amazed as this tiny designer transforms a nondescript plant stem into an architectural wonderland. Think you have the ‘gall’ to pull it off [...]

Comment on California Oak Moths by Susan

Susan — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:49:19 +0000

I love the pictures, but more so love the attitude. How many times Have I told my neighbors and co-workers “do not spray!”
And you confirmed my suspicions that the crawlies actually help the long-term health by fertilizing the trees.

Comment on Valley Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa varipuncta) by Leslie

Leslie — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 06:02:08 +0000

Thanks so much for the picture. I saw one of these for the first time, and like you, it faced me and seem to be very aware of me, and just seem to stare at me and would do the same things as you described…flew in kind of a very small pattern hanging out near some flowers, and watched me like I watch it…I went into my house , got my camera and started to take a picture, but he got camera shy and flew away…he was beautiful, and a friendly guy…wish I had gotten a picture, but at least I know what he is now…thanks again

Comment on Valley Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa varipuncta) by Jack Marling

Jack Marling — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 03:04:13 +0000

We made several lovely closeup images of the giant gold Valley Carpenter bee. We are in Livermore and it was very busy in our elephant garlic blooms, along with a black Carpenter bee. Where shall I send an image?

Comment on Valley Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa varipuncta) by Susan Guy

Susan Guy — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 03:41:07 +0000

The above photo is spectacular…it MUST be the same fellow that was visiting my garden here in Redwood City, CA today hoping to find a virgin queen that could be nesting in my back patio cover. This was my first opportunity to observe the male. He was amazing. A gentle giant! We have had the large black carpenter bee (I call them wood bees.) in our patio cover for about 5 years now. I love all the bees but these are special.

Comment on Valley Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa varipuncta) by Mia Bunn

Mia Bunn — Mon, 23 May 2011 21:52:50 +0000

I too have always been intrigued by theese mysterious secretive bees. Ive seen the golden ones very rarely. But when I do, I cant stop starring at them. I just love carpenter bees. I used to call them bumble bees.

Comment on Valley Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa varipuncta) by jon and jorge hammond

jon and jorge hammond — Tue, 10 May 2011 04:01:13 +0000

Thanks so much for the spectacular photo of that furry flying giant. We found one but had trouble keying it out in our numerous lame field guides. What a beauty! Why would anyone omit such an extraordinary creature?

Comment on Climate Change Impacts #1: Sea-level Rise by Sea-level Rise in Carpinteria « Carp Without Cars

Sea-level Rise in Carpinteria « Carp Without Cars — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 15:19:50 +0000

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Comment on Valley Carpenter Bee (Xylocopa varipuncta) by Diana

Diana — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 23:52:43 +0000

Just saw this giant golden furry bumble bee in my yard patrolling a rose bush.
It kind of reminded me of a miniature flying hamster.
Thank you for posting info and picture so I know what it really is!

Comment on Climate Change Adaptation Resources by Adapting to Climate Change « Carp Without Cars

Adapting to Climate Change « Carp Without Cars — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 06:46:49 +0000

[...] As I’m finding more resources, I’m listing them at the Climate Change Adaptation Resources [...]