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What kind of bee is Halictus confusus?
Halictus confusus is a North American sweat bee. It is a member of the genus Halictus and was described by Frederick Smith in 1853.
Where does Halictus confusus nest?
The species is described as ground-nesting, so females excavate or use nests in soil rather than building aerial paper or wax nests. Ground-nesting is common among many sweat bees.
Is Halictus confusus a social bee?
It is notable for a eusocial colony structure. Eusociality involves cooperative colony life, reproductive division, and different roles among colony members.
Who described Halictus confusus?
Frederick Smith described Halictus confusus in 1853. That author and year are part of the species' formal taxonomic record.
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