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Kirby's Mason Bee

Hoplitis leucomelana

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (artrópodos)

Class

Insecta (insecto)

Order

Hymenoptera (himenópteros)

Species

Hoplitis leucomelana (Kirby's Mason Bee)

Similar Species in Hoplitis

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Viper's Bugloss Mason Bee

Hoplitis claviventris

Least Concern

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Mason Bee

Hoplitis anthocopoides

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Kirby's Mason Bee?

The scientific name of Kirby's Mason Bee is Hoplitis leucomelana. It belongs to the genus Hoplitis.

What is the conservation status of Kirby's Mason Bee?

Kirby's Mason Bee (Hoplitis leucomelana) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Kirby's Mason Bee live?

Kirby's Mason Bee is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Kirby's Mason Bee belong to?

Kirby's Mason Bee (Hoplitis leucomelana) belongs to the genus Hoplitis, which is part of the taxonomic family Megachilidae.

Is Kirby's Mason Bee endangered?

Yes, Kirby's Mason Bee (Hoplitis leucomelana) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Kirby's Mason Bee belong to?

Kirby's Mason Bee (Hoplitis leucomelana) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Kirby's Mason Bee?

The closest relatives of Kirby's Mason Bee in the genus Hoplitis include Viper's Bugloss Mason Bee, Welted Mason Bee, Mason Bee.