description Hylaeus brevicornis Overview
Hylaeus brevicornis is a solitary masked bee in the family Colletidae, described by William Nylander in 1852. It is a Palearctic species whose name refers to its relatively short antennae, and adults have the dark body and pale facial markings characteristic of many Hylaeus bees. Females transport collected nectar and pollen internally in a specialized crop rather than on external pollen brushes, and nests are made in cavities or plant stems.
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What is Hylaeus brevicornis?
Hylaeus brevicornis is a solitary masked bee in the family Colletidae. William Nylander described the species in 1852.
Why is it called brevicornis?
The name refers to its relatively short antennae. Adults also have the dark body and pale facial markings typical of many Hylaeus bees.
Where is Hylaeus brevicornis found?
It is a Palearctic species, meaning its range covers parts of Europe and the broader northern Eurasian region. It is not a colony-forming honeybee.
What does a masked bee do differently from a honeybee?
Hylaeus brevicornis is solitary, so each female manages her own nest rather than working in a permanent hive. Hylaeus bees also carry pollen internally in a crop instead of using external pollen baskets.
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