description Trigona corvina Overview
Trigona corvina is a eusocial stingless bee in the family Apidae, occurring from Mexico and Central America into parts of South America. Colonies contain a queen, workers, and males, and workers can defend their nest aggressively by biting and persistently pursuing intruders despite lacking a functional sting. The species gathers pollen, nectar, plant resins, and other materials used to feed the colony and construct or maintain its nest.
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What kind of bee is Trigona corvina?
Trigona corvina is a eusocial stingless bee in the family Apidae. Eusocial colonies contain a queen, workers, and males.
Where does Trigona corvina live?
Its range extends from Mexico and Central America into parts of South America. It is a tropical and subtropical Neotropical bee.
Can Trigona corvina sting people?
No, it is described as a stingless bee, so it does not use a conventional sting for defense. Workers can still defend the nest aggressively by biting and pursuing intruders.
How does Trigona corvina defend its nest?
Workers may bite intruders and persistently chase them away from the colony. This behavior can make a stingless bee nest difficult to approach even without a functional sting.
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