Hoplitis fulgida

(Cresson, 1864)

Green Small-Mason

Hoplitis fulgida is a solitary in the , commonly known as the Green Small-Mason. It is to North America and belongs to the diverse Hoplitis, which includes numerous species. The species was first described by Cresson in 1864. Like other members of its genus, it is presumed to nest in pre-existing cavities and construct using collected materials.

Hoplitis fulgida m1 by USGS Native Bee Inventory and Monitoring Laboratory. Used under a Public domain license.Hoplitis fulgida, female, back 2012-06-25-15.19 (18496903832) by USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab from Beltsville, Maryland, USA. Used under a Public domain license.Hoplitis fulgida, f, face, Mariposa CA 2017-07-19-15.09 (37091472621) by USGS Bee Inventory and Monitoring Lab from Beltsville, Maryland, USA. Used under a Public domain license.

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How to pronounce Hoplitis fulgida: /ˈhɒplɪtɪs ˈfʊldʒɪdə/

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Distribution

North America. Distribution records indicate presence across the continent, though specific range boundaries are not well documented in available sources.

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Subspecies

Two have been described: Hoplitis fulgida fulgida and Hoplitis fulgida platyura.

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