Conanthalictus bakeri

Crawford, 1907

Baker's Phacelia-Shortface

Conanthalictus bakeri is a of sweat bee (Halictidae) described by Crawford in 1907. It is to North America and is commonly known as Baker's Phacelia-Shortface. The Conanthalictus belongs to the Rophitinae, a group of bees often associated with specific plants.

Conanthalictus bakeri by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Conanthalictus bakeri by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.Conanthalictus bakeri by the Smithsonian. Used under a CC0 license.

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Conanthalictus bakeri: //ˌkoʊnænˈθælɪktəs ˈbeɪkəri//

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Distribution

North America

Host Associations

  • Phacelia - pollen/nectar sourceThe 'Phacelia-Shortface' suggests an association with Phacelia plants, though specific documentation is limited.

Ecological Role

As a sweat bee, Conanthalictus bakeri likely functions as a in its native range, contributing to plant and function.

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Taxonomic history

The was described by Crawford in 1907. The Conanthalictus is part of the Rophitinae, a of Halictidae that includes bees with often specialized floral associations.

Collection records

According to iNaturalist, there are 53 observation records of this , indicating it is documented but not particularly well-studied in the scientific literature.

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