Perdita genalis genalis
Timberlake, 1964
Perdita genalis genalis is a of mining in the , described by Timberlake in 1964. The Perdita comprises small, solitary bees that nest in soil. Members of this genus are among the smallest bees in North America. This subspecies belongs to a diverse group of bees that play important roles as .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Perdita genalis genalis: //pɛrˈdiːtə dʒɛˈneɪlɪs dʒɛˈneɪlɪs//
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Distribution
Middle America; North America
Ecological Role
As with other Perdita , this likely functions as a of flowering plants in its range.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- GBIF taxonomy match
- Catalogue of Life
- Primary Type List | Entomology Research Museum
- You, Too, Can Plant a Pollinator Garden | Bug Squad
- 'Am I Even a Bee?' Identity Crisis Unfolds in This Charming Book | Bug Squad
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- Bug Eric: World Bee Day....A Little "Bee"hind
- The best species name ever! | Beetles In The Bush