Nomia nortoni

Cresson, 1868

Norton's Alkali Bee, Norton's Nomium

Nomia nortoni is a of sweat bee in the Halictidae, commonly known as Norton's alkali or Norton's nomium. It is native to Central America and North America. The species has two recognized : N. n. cressoni and N. n. nortoni. As a member of the Nomia, it is related to other alkali bees that are known for their ground-nesting in alkaline soils.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Nomia nortoni: //ˈnoʊ.mi.ə ˈnɔːr.toʊ.naɪ//

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Distribution

Found in Central America and North America. Distribution records indicate presence in Middle America and North America.

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Subspecies

Two are recognized: Nomia nortoni cressoni Westwood, 1875 and Nomia nortoni nortoni Cresson, 1868.

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