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Horn-faced Mason Bee

Osmia cornifrons
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Summary

Osmia cornifrons, commonly known as the hornfaced bee, is a species of solitary bee belonging to the family Megachilidae. Native to East Asia, it has been introduced to North America for its pollination services. The females of this species have distinctive horn-like projections on their faces, which give them their common name. They are important pollinators of various fruit trees, making them valuable for agricultural purposes.

Horn-faced Mason Bee

Osmia cornifrons
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Tags

harmless

Scientific classification

kingdom: Animalia
phylum: Arthropoda
class: Insecta
order: Hymenoptera
family: Megachilidae
genus: Osmia

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