Hylaeus hyalinatus

Smith, 1842

Hairy masked bee

Hylaeus hyalinatus is a of masked in the Colletidae. It is native to Europe, including Great Britain, and has been introduced to North America where it is considered . Like other members of Hylaeus, it is nearly hairless and -like in appearance, with females transporting pollen and nectar internally rather than on body hairs.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Hylaeus hyalinatus: //haɪˈliːəs ˌhaɪləˈneɪtəs//

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Distribution

Native to Europe, including Great Britain. Introduced and established in North America, where it is considered . GBIF records indicate presence in Belgium and the Brussels-Capital Region.

Human Relevance

Considered an in North America. As a member of Hylaeus, it may contribute to pollination in urban and garden environments where it occurs.

Similar Taxa

Hylaeus modestusBoth are small, nearly hairless masked bees in Hylaeus that can be difficult to distinguish without close examination; H. modestus is native to North America while H. hyalinatus is introduced
Hylaeus basalisBoth yellow-faced bees in the same with similar -like appearance and internal pollen transport; H. basalis is native to western North America

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Taxonomic Note

The specific epithet 'hyalinatus' refers to the hyaline (clear, glass-like) appearance of some body parts, though this is sometimes referred to as the 'hairy masked ,' suggesting more pilosity than typical for the .