Teddy bear bee (Xylocopa varipuncta)
Many people believe that all bees have yellow and black bodies. Imagine their surprise when a purely golden bee landed in front of them. The male valley carpenter bee or teddy bear bee has a fuzzy golden body. It has pretty green eyes, making it one of the most adorable bugs ever.
Male valley carpenter bees are less common than females. These cute bugs don't have stingers, so they are harmless. However, if you run into a teddy bear bee, the little guy will do an excellent job of scaring you off. You can also read more about the different types of bees a click away.