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Ridge-saddled carpenter bee

Heriades truncorum

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, montane grasslands and shrublands, and deserts and xeric shrublands within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Africa (Eritrea, Kenya), Europe (5 countries), and North America (United States).

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ridge-saddled carpenter bee?
The scientific name of Ridge-saddled carpenter bee is Heriades truncorum. It belongs to the genus Heriades.
What is the conservation status of Ridge-saddled carpenter bee?
Ridge-saddled carpenter bee (Heriades truncorum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Ridge-saddled carpenter bee live?
Ridge-saddled carpenter bee is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Eritrea, Kenya), Europe (5 countries), and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Eritrea, Kenya, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, United States.
What family does Ridge-saddled carpenter bee belong to?
Ridge-saddled carpenter bee (Heriades truncorum) belongs to the genus Heriades, which is part of the taxonomic family Megachilidae.
Is Ridge-saddled carpenter bee endangered?
No, Ridge-saddled carpenter bee (Heriades truncorum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Ridge-saddled carpenter bee belong to?
Ridge-saddled carpenter bee (Heriades truncorum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

Native Range — 8 Countries

Genus Heriades — 1 Species

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Ridge-saddled carpenter bee
Heriades truncorum
LC

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