Nomada armatella

Cockerell, 1903

Yellow-backed Nomad

Nomada armatella is a in the , first described by Cockerell in 1903. As a member of the Nomada, it exhibits kleptoparasitic , laying in the nests of species rather than constructing its own nests. The species has been documented in North America, with confirmed records from Vermont, United States. Like other Nomada species, it likely targets specific host bees, though detailed host associations for this particular species remain poorly documented.

Nomada armatella by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Nomada armatella by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Nomada armatella by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Nomada armatella: //nəˈmɑːdə ˌɑːrməˈtɛlə//

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Distribution

North America; specifically recorded from Vermont, United States.

Ecological Role

As a kleptoparasitic , N. armatella functions as a of other . By exploiting nest provisions, it influences host and contributes to the complex ecological relationships within bee .

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