Digger Bees
- Pronunciation
- /DIG-er BEE/
- Category
- Behavior
- Singular
- Digger Bee
- Plural
- Digger Bees
Definition
A group of bees that excavate underground nests in the ground.
Etymology
From their digging behavior.
Example
The digger bee uses its powerful mandibles to create a tunnel in the ground for its nest.
Related Terms
- Nesting
- Mandibles
- Underground
Usage Notes
Digger bees are part of the family Apidae and include various genera such as Anthophora and Amegilla.