Hylaeus calvus

(Metz, 1911)

Yerba Santa Masked Bee

Hylaeus calvus is a of masked in the Colletidae. It is distributed across Central America and North America. The species is commonly known as the Yerba Santa Masked Bee. Like other members of the Hylaeus, it is a solitary bee with distinctive facial markings and reduced body hair.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hylaeus calvus: /hɪˈliːəs ˈkælvəs/

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Distribution

Central America and North America.

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