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Colletes

Colletes

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A group of bees that usually live alone and make smooth walls inside their nests
  • proper noun
  • Specialized
: Colletes
  • Unlike honey bees, Colletes are solitary and do not form large colonies.

Examples

  • The Colletes bees are often called plasterer bees because of their nesting habits.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the Colletes genus in South America.

  • The Colletes bee is known for its solitary nesting habits.

  • Have you seen a Colletes in your garden?

  • The Colletes bees are often called plasterer bees because of their unique nesting behavior.

  • Researchers discovered a new species within the Colletes genus in South America.

  • Unlike honey bees, Colletes are solitary and do not form large colonies.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

The word Colletes comes from the Greek root kolla, which means 'glue'. These bees line their nests with a sticky, waterproof substance, so the name fits their 'plasterer' habit.