Scientific Name:  Centris pallida
Order:  Hymenoptera     
Family:  Apidae
Diet:  Eats nectar and pollen.

Vegetation Association: Nests can be found in clay or sand.  Each nest contains tunnels which are broken into cells for the eggs. 
Predators: Velvet ants prey upon larva by entering their burrows and laying eggs on the pupae.
Life Stages:  Larvae develop in cells with waterproof linings.  Adults place honey and pollen into each cell for the larva to eat.  Adults show up in late spring.

Notes:  This is a solitary species that is very hairy and sturdy.
Photo:  To be added.

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