Genus Radumeris

Among the dry twigs, I found a bee from the genus Radumeris which seemed to be resting on a small dry twig.

I approached slowly, making sure not to disturb him. From certain angles, this bee looks quite large with a shiny black body and distinctive yellow stripes that make it stand out. Its legs gripped the branches tightly, while its antennae moved occasionally, perhaps sensing vibrations in its surroundings.

I took several photos from various angles. From the front, you can clearly see his face with big, sharp eyes. From the side, its sturdy body contrasts with the rough texture of the dry twig on which it is perched. When I tried to take a closer photo, the bee wriggled a bit, perhaps realizing my presence, but remained where it was.

This sight is quite interesting because usually bees fly more actively during the day looking for nectar or building nests. Maybe this bee is resting for a moment before returning to its activities.

Observations like this are always interesting because they can provide some insight into the natural behavior of insects that often goes unnoticed.

NOTE: I first wrote the article above in Indonesian, which is my own language, then I translated it using English with the help of Goggle.