Ashmeadiella bucconis denticulata
(Cresson, 1878)
Western Big-Cheeked Angled-Mason
Ashmeadiella bucconis denticulata is a of in the Megachilidae. It is one of several subspecies within the Ashmeadiella bucconis . The subspecies was originally described by Cresson in 1878 under the Heriades. Very few observations exist in citizen science databases, suggesting it may be uncommon or underreported.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Ashmeadiella bucconis denticulata: //ˌæʃ.miː.diˈɛ.lə ˌbʊkˈkɔ.nɪs ˌdɛn.tɪˈkjuː.lɑː.tə//
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Identification
As a of A. bucconis, denticulata would be distinguished from other subspecies by subtle morphological differences, likely in mandibular or genitalia structure given the epithet "denticulata" (meaning small-toothed). Definitive identification requires examination of microscopic characters and comparison with .
Distribution
Recorded from Middle America and North America. Specific countries or regions within these broad areas are not documented in available sources.
Ecological Role
As a member of the Megachilidae, this likely functions as a or and a cavity-nesting bee that uses collected materials to construct .
Similar Taxa
- Ashmeadiella bucconis bucconisNominate ; denticulata distinguished by tooth-related characters in original description
- Other Ashmeadiella bucconis subspeciesMorphological differentiation requires detailed examination of male genitalia and other fine structural characters
More Details
Taxonomic History
Originally described as Heriades denticulatum by Cresson in 1878, later transferred to Ashmeadiella as a of A. bucconis.
Data Deficiency
Only 3 observations recorded in iNaturalist as of source date, indicating significant knowledge gaps in distribution, , and abundance.