Megachile sp. (several subgenera)

Resin Bees at Wodonga, VIC

Megachile sp. (several subgenera) at Wodonga, VIC - 28 Sep 2024 02:13 PM
Megachile sp. (several subgenera) at Wodonga, VIC - 28 Sep 2024 02:13 PM
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Identification history

Megachile sp. (several subgenera) 8 Mar 2025 DiBickers
Megachile semiluctuosa 2 Oct 2024 KylieWaldon
Unidentified 29 Sep 2024 KylieWaldon

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I was surprised at the variety of insects on this bush. Usually I don't get many at all on this species. This was the larger native bee on it. Easy to see flying about, and really beautiful. Don't think I've seen this species before.

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  • bitter hop pea Associated plant
  • other native bees, european honey bee, scollid wasp, flies Associated Insect
  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Alive / healthy Animal health
  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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