Ligated Furrow Bee
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Ligated Furrow Bee
Halictus ligatus
The Ligated Furrow Bee is a small, friendly bee that loves to buzz around flowers. They help plants grow by spreading pollen while they collect nectar to eat.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Ligated Furrow Bee has a metallic greenish-gold head and thorax, contrasting with a darker, more slender abdomen. Its abdomen features faint, hairless indentations that give it a subtly striped look.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumArthropodaClassInsectaOrderHymenopteraFamilyHalictidaeGenusHalictus
Category
InsectsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
A special gland in their abdomen helps female Ligated Furrow Bees mark their underground territory.
The name "ligated" comes from the faint stripe-like indentations on their abdomen!
These bees can sometimes share a nest entrance, but still have their own private tunnels!
They often have two generations of bees born in a single year, one in spring and one in summer.
Special abilities
Ability
Ground Nesting Genius
Ligated Furrow Bees can dig intricate burrows underground because they have strong mandibles and specialized legs for excavating soil, protecting their offspring.
Ability
Super Pollinator
Ligated Furrow Bees have fuzzy bodies that help them collect and transport pollen between flowers, allowing plants to produce seeds and fruits.
Ability
Social Switcher
Ligated Furrow Bees can be solitary or semi-social, building small communal nests where a mother shares duties with her daughters.
Measurements & details
- Wingspan
- 8-15 mm
- Size
- 4-8 mm
- Lifespan
- 30-180 days
- Leg Count
- 6
- Colony Size
- 20
Diet & Feeding
These busy bees sip nectar for energy and collect pollen to feed their young!
Primary Foods
- Flower nectar
- Plant pollen
- Honeydew
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
pollinates
Canada Goldenrod
Solidago canadensis
Visits common goldenrod flowers for nectar and pollen.
pollinates
Common Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale
An important early season pollinator of dandelions.
parasitizes
Cuckoo Bee
Sphecodes arvensis
Female cuckoo bees lay eggs in Ligated Furrow Bee nests.
eaten by
Flower Crab Spider
Misumena vatia
Ambush predators that often hide in flowers to catch bees.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
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.
Pollinator
Describes organisms that transfer pollen, enabling the fertilization and reproduction of plants.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Bees are usually friendly, but it's best to stay calm and not swat at them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ligated Furrow Bee's wingspan?
8-15 mm
How big is Ligated Furrow Bee?
4-8 mm
How long does Ligated Furrow Bee live?
30-180 days
What does Ligated Furrow Bee eat?
These busy bees sip nectar for energy and collect pollen to feed their young!
Where is Ligated Furrow Bee usually found?
Grasslands
How does Ligated Furrow Bee hunt?
Foraging
How many legs does Ligated Furrow Bee have?
6
How large are Ligated Furrow Bee colonies?
20
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