Epeolus canadensis
Mitchell, 1962
Canadian Cellophane-cuckoo Bee
Epeolus canadensis is a of cuckoo bee in the Apidae. It is a kleptoparasite that lays its in the nests of other species. The species is found in North America, with records from the United States and Canada.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Epeolus canadensis: /ɪˈpiːələs ˌkænəˈdɛnsɪs/
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Distribution
North America; recorded from Vermont, United States
Host Associations
- Colletes - kleptoparasiteEpeolus are known to invade nests of polyester bees in the Colletes
Ecological Role
Kleptoparasite; relies on bees to provision nests with pollen for its offspring
Similar Taxa
- Epeolus attenboroughiBoth are North American cuckoo bees in the Epeolus with similar kleptoparasitic ; E. attenboroughi is known from Colorado and New Mexico
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by Mitchell in 1962. The Epeolus now includes 43 known in North America following recent revisions.
Conservation status
Not formally assessed; like many cuckoo bees, likely rare due to dependence on