Lasioglossum
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Lasioglossum
Lasioglossum
Lasioglossum are tiny bees that love to buzz around flowers. They help plants grow by spreading pollen, making them very important for nature!
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Lasioglossum is a small-to-medium bee, often displaying a distinctive metallic sheen in shades of green, blue, or bronze, though some species are black or brown. Its body is relatively slender, making it visually stand out from larger, fuzzy bumblebees.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderHymenopteraFamilyHalictidaeGenusLasioglossum
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Lasioglossum is one of the largest bee groups, with over 1,700 different species found all around the globe.
Some Lasioglossum bees are primitively social, meaning a queen and her daughters work together, but without complex castes!
Their common name, "sweat bee," comes from some species' surprising habit of landing on people to sip salty perspiration!
These tiny engineers often dig tunnels deep into the soil to create safe, cozy nurseries for their baby bees.
Special abilities
Ability
Sweat Sense
Lasioglossum can detect and drink human sweat because of their need for salts and minerals, helping them survive in diverse environments.
Ability
Ground Constructor
Lasioglossum can build intricate nests by digging tunnels in the ground or rotting wood, which helps them protect their offspring from predators.
Ability
Adaptable Family Life
Lasioglossum has a flexible social structure, living solitarily or in small groups, which helps them adapt to various habitats and resources.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 8-20 mm
- Size
- 4-10 mm
- Lifespan
- 30-90 days
- Flight Speed
- 10-20 km/h
- Leg Count
- 6
- Colony Size
- 1-50
Diet & Feeding
They sip sweet nectar for energy and gather protein-rich pollen to feed their young bees.
Age differences: null
Primary Foods
- Nectar
- Pollen
- Flower oils
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
pollinates
Common Sunflower
Helianthus annuus
Gathers nectar and pollen from its blooms.
pollinates
Black-eyed Susan
Rudbeckia hirta
Transfers pollen between these vibrant wildflowers.
eaten by
Eastern Phoebe
Sayornis phoebe
A common bird that preys on various flying insects.
eaten by
Flower Crab Spider
Misumena vatia
Ambush predator that hides on flowers to catch bees.
Traits
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Keystone Species
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
Miniature
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Be gentle and watchful around bees; they usually won't sting unless scared.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lasioglossum's wingspan?
8-20 mm
How big is Lasioglossum?
4-10 mm
How long does Lasioglossum live?
30-90 days
How fast can Lasioglossum fly?
10-20 km/h
What does Lasioglossum eat?
They sip sweet nectar for energy and gather protein-rich pollen to feed their young bees.
Where is Lasioglossum usually found?
Grasslands
How does Lasioglossum hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Lasioglossum have?
6
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