description Lasioglossum zonulum Overview
First described by Frederick Smith in 1848, Lasioglossum zonulum is a species of sweat bee within the family Halictidae. It is native to the Palearctic region and is known for its communal nesting behavior, often building shared nests in exposed soil banks. Unlike highly social bees, these insects live in cooperative groups but lack the strict queen-worker caste systems found in more complex colonies.
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What kind of bee is Lasioglossum zonulum?
Lasioglossum zonulum is a sweat bee in the family Halictidae. It is native to the Palearctic region and is known for communal nesting.
Who first described Lasioglossum zonulum?
Frederick Smith first described the species in 1848. Its scientific name remains Lasioglossum zonulum.
How does Lasioglossum zonulum nest?
It often builds shared nests in exposed soil banks, with multiple females using the same nesting area. This communal behavior differs from fully solitary nesting without shared nest sites.
Is Lasioglossum zonulum a bumblebee?
No. It is a small sweat bee in Halictidae, not a bumblebee in the genus Bombus. Its communal soil nesting is one of the key behaviors associated with the species.
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