Whispers of the Fairy Duster (Digital Download)

A striking close-up of a leafcutter bee (Megachile spp.) collecting pollen from the delicate, thread-like stamens of a Calliandra, commonly known as the fairy duster or powder puff plant. The bee's body is dusted in golden pollen as it works among the vibrant pink filaments, highlighting the essential relationship between pollinators and blooming flora.