Caupolicana yarrowi

(Cresson, 1875)

Yarrow's fork-tongue

Caupolicana yarrowi is a ground-nesting in the Colletidae, commonly known as Yarrow's fork-tongue. The has been documented in Central and North America. It is subject to cleptoparasitism by Triepeolus grandis, a nomadine bee. Early nesting has been studied, though detailed ecological information remains limited.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Caupolicana yarrowi: /kaʊpɔˈlɪkənə ˈjæroʊaɪ/

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Habitat

Ground-nesting; specific substrate preferences and vegetation associations require further documentation.

Distribution

Central America and North America.

Host Associations

  • Triepeolus grandis - This nomadine parasitizes nests of Caupolicana yarrowi.

Behavior

Nesting occurs early in the season; detailed behavioral observations are limited.

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