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Sleepy Scissor Bee

Chelostoma florisomne
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Summary

Chelostoma florisomne is a species of solitary bee commonly known as the flower-cutter bee. It is characterized by its metallic green body and distinctively long, slender jaws. These bees are important pollinators, particularly for plants in the Asteraceae family. They are known for their ability to cut perfectly circular pieces of petals or leaves to construct their nests.

Sleepy Scissor Bee

Chelostoma florisomne
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Tags

harmless

Scientific classification

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

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