u/Calcareous_Fen_021

Chicago, IL, USA.

Fairly certain of the species, but I am not an entomologist.

This is my first time seeing one of these guys in action! Saw an insect perched on a plant ID tag on one of my pots and went to check it out, found this fella having a snack. A few minutes later, he flew away with the bee in tow.

Pretty sure this is a specialist bee that primarily pollinates/nectars Bellflower (Campanula). Planted 3 plugs last year and they're doing well. Excited to see these little guys.

I found a list of specialist (oligolectic) bees on illinoiswildflowers.info and have been trying to plant more from their list. Makes me super happy that some are showing up.