Stelis laticincta
Cresson, 1878
Wide-striped Painted-Dark bee
Stelis laticincta is a of cuckoo bee in the Megachilidae, described by Cresson in 1878. As a member of the Stelis, it is a kleptoparasite that lays its in the nests of other bees. The species is found in North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Stelis laticincta: //ˈstɛ.lɪs ˌlæ.tɪˈsɪŋk.tə//
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Distribution
North America
Ecological Role
As a cuckoo bee (kleptoparasite), Stelis laticincta exploits the nest provisions of bees, likely in the Megachilidae such as Osmia or Hoplitis. This parasitic strategy reduces the reproductive success of host while representing a natural component of dynamics.