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Megachile pyrenaea

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Megachile pyrenaea is a bee species in the family Megachilidae, the group that includes leafcutter bees. Jean Pérez described it in 1890, and its specific name refers to the Pyrenees. As a member of Megachile, it belongs to a largely solitary lineage in which females commonly use pieces of leaves or related plant material when constructing and provisioning nests. European biodiversity catalogues treat it as a recognized taxon.

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What is Megachile pyrenaea?

Megachile pyrenaea is a bee species in the family Megachilidae, which includes leafcutter bees. Jean Pérez described it in 1890.

What does the name pyrenaea refer to?

The specific name pyrenaea refers to the Pyrenees. That name reflects the species' taxonomic history and geographic association with the mountain region.

Is Megachile pyrenaea a social bee?

It belongs to Megachile, a largely solitary bee lineage. Females in this group commonly build and provision individual nest cells rather than maintaining a honeybee-style colony.

What are Megachile bees known for?

Many Megachile species are known as leafcutter bees because females use cut plant material in nest construction. Megachile pyrenaea belongs to that same largely solitary lineage.

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