Wool-carder, Resin, Pebble, and Allied Bees
Anthidiini
Classification
- Phylum: Arthropoda
- Subphylum: Hexapoda
- Class: Insecta
- Order: Hymenoptera
- Family: Megachilidae
- Subfamily: Megachilinae
- Tribe: Anthidiini
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anthidiini: //ænˈθɪ.di.aɪˌnaɪ//
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Summary
Anthidiini is a tribe of bees in the family Megachilidae, including about 140 species in 6 genera locally, and over 830 species in around 40 genera worldwide. They are known for their diversity and are represented by various genera such as Anthidium (wool-carder bees) and Anthidiellum (rotund resin bees).
Distribution
Worldwide, with at least 840 described species in approximately 40 genera.
Evolution
Strong evidence suggests that the tribe Anthidiini is monophyletic.
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Tags
- Anthidiini
- Wool-carder Bees
- Resin Bees
- Pebble Bees
- Insects