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Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee

Megachile versicolor

Least Concern

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The Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee (Megachile versicolor) is a species in the genus Megachile. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Found across Europe (6 countries).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Hymenoptera (Ants, Bees & Wasps)

Species

Megachile versicolor (Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee)

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alfalfa leaf-cutter bee

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Apical leafcutter bee

Megachile apicalis

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Black-headed Leafcutter Bee

Megachile circumcincta

Coastal Leaf-Cutter Bee

Patchwork Leaf-Cutter Bee

Megachile centuncularis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee?

The scientific name of Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee is Megachile versicolor. It belongs to the genus Megachile.

What is the conservation status of Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee?

Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee (Megachile versicolor) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee live?

Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee is found in Found across Europe (6 countries).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee belong to?

Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee (Megachile versicolor) belongs to the genus Megachile, which is part of the taxonomic family Megachilidae.

Is Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee endangered?

No, Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee (Megachile versicolor) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee belong to?

Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee (Megachile versicolor) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee?

The closest relatives of Brown-footed Leafcutter Bee in the genus Megachile include alfalfa leaf-cutter bee, Apical leafcutter bee, Black-headed Leafcutter Bee, Black Mud Bee, Coastal Leaf-Cutter Bee.