Diadasia ochracea

(Cockerell, 1903)

Ochraceous Chimney Bee

Diadasia ochracea, commonly known as the ochraceous chimney bee, is a solitary ground-nesting in the Apidae. The is distributed across Central America and North America. As a member of the Diadasia, it is likely a pollen , though specific plants for this species are not documented in available sources.

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How to pronounce Diadasia ochracea: /daɪəˈdeɪʒə oʊˈkreɪʃə/

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Distribution

Central America and North America.

Similar Taxa

  • Diadasia rinconisBoth are North American Diadasia with male mating , though D. rinconis is specifically associated with cactus pollen and has been studied for its mating system in the Sonoran Desert.
  • Diadasia bituberculataAnother North American Diadasia , known as the bindweed turret bee, which constructs distinctive turrets at nest entrances and specializes on morning glory (Convolvulus) pollen.

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