Mason Bee

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden, and United States.

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Arthropoda (arthropodes)

Class

Insecta (insecte)

Order

Hymenoptera (Ants, Bees & Wasps)

Family

Megachilidae

Genus

Hoplitis

Species

Hoplitis anthocopoides (Mason Bee)

Names in Other Languages

German Fels-Natternkopfbiene

Similar Species in Hoplitis

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Viper's Bugloss Mason Bee

Hoplitis adunca

Not Evaluated

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Welted Mason Bee

Hoplitis claviventris

Least Concern

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Kirby's Mason Bee

Hoplitis leucomelana

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mason Bee?

The scientific name of Mason Bee is Hoplitis anthocopoides. It belongs to the genus Hoplitis.

Where does Mason Bee live?

Mason Bee is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden, United States.

What family does Mason Bee belong to?

Mason Bee (Hoplitis anthocopoides) belongs to the genus Hoplitis, which is part of the taxonomic family Megachilidae.

What kingdom does Mason Bee belong to?

Mason Bee (Hoplitis anthocopoides) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Mason Bee?

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