description Triepeolus concavus Overview
Triepeolus concavus is a North American cuckoo bee in the family Apidae. It is a kleptoparasite of solitary bees: the female places an egg in a host nest, and the developing larva uses provisions gathered for the host's offspring. Because it does not excavate and provision a normal nest for its own young, its life cycle depends on locating suitable nests made by other bees.
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What makes Triepeolus concavus a cuckoo bee?
Triepeolus concavus is a kleptoparasitic bee, meaning the female uses another solitary bee’s nest instead of excavating and provisioning her own. Her larva consumes provisions prepared for the host bee’s offspring.
Does Triepeolus concavus collect pollen for its own nest?
No, the species does not follow the normal pattern of building a nest and stocking it with pollen. The female places an egg in a host nest, where the developing larva uses the host’s stored provisions.
Where is Triepeolus concavus found?
It is a North American bee in the family Apidae. Its distribution and host relationships are more specialized than those of common generalist pollinators such as the European honey bee.
Is Triepeolus concavus a bee or a wasp?
It is a true bee, despite its parasitic nesting behavior. Triepeolus belongs to the bee family Apidae, the same broad family that includes honey bees, bumble bees, and many solitary bee groups.
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