A small solitary bee species belonging to the Halictidae family, native to South America, characterized by its diverse behavioral adaptations and ecological significance in pollination networks.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Temperate and subtropical grassland ecosystems, particularly in Andean and coastal regions of Chile and Argentina, often found in areas with diverse flowering plant communities
Ecological Role
Critical pollinator for wildflowers and agricultural crops, contributing to regional biodiversity maintenance and ecosystem reproductive processes
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Thin exoskeleton with potential metallic or iridescent cuticle coloration
- LIMBS WINGS Two pairs of membranous wings, robust legs adapted for pollen collection and ground navigation
- HEAD SENSORY Compound eyes with advanced visual processing, sensitive antennae for chemical and spatial navigation
- BODY STRUCTURE Small bee, approximately 5-8 mm in length, with compact exoskeleton and segmented body typical of Hymenoptera
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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