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Pure green augochlora

Pure green augochlora

Augochlora pura

A species of Augochlora, Also known as Pure green sweat bee, Pure gold-green sweat bee, Pure sweat bee

The pure green augochlora (Augochlora pura) is known for its metallic green coloring that is pretty beautiful to look at. As a sweat bee, they are known to be attracted to human sweat. This bee has also been observed licking it in an attempt to get salt. Otherwise, they are known for living in rotting logs and enjoying a wide variety of plants.

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General Info About Pure green augochlora
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Attributes of Pure green augochlora
Colors
Black
Green
Habitat
forest; wood pile; near brush and pasture
Adult Food Sources
Pollen, nectar, honey, tree sap, various plant exudates
Larva Food Source
Pollen, nectar, honey, glandular secretions from the queen (in certain social species)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
The Pure green augochlora has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Venomous
The Pure green augochlora can induce toxic reactions varying in severity. Nevertheless, these toxins primarily target their prey and predators and are usually not fatal to humans.
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Pure green augochlora is often found near the corolla, where its fluffy hairs easily pick up pollen, assisting in the pollination of the plant.
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Pure green augochlora feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
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Species Status of Pure green augochlora
It is found mainly in the eastern United States.
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Life Cycle of Pure green augochlora
Egg The fertilized egg of pure green augochlora is small and typically oval-shaped. Incubated in a protected environment, the embryo develops internally, with little change noticeable from the outside.
Larva The larva of pure green augochlora hatches devoid of wings and resembles a worm. The color is usually whitish, and the body soft and segmented. It grows rapidly, molting multiple times as it increases in size.
Pupal During the pupal stage, pure green augochlora is encased in a cocoon, undergoing a radical transformation. The creature's color, size, and shape change significantly as it progresses to adulthood.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult pure green augochlora’s development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction.
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Adult Size of Pure green augochlora
7 - 8 mm
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Predators of Pure green augochlora Larvae
Ants, birds, crab spiders, hoverfly larvae
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Predators of Adult Pure green augochlora
Birds, rodents, spiders, praying mantises, dragonflies
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Interesting Facts About Pure green augochlora
The pure green augochlora can navigate using polarized light, a skill that aids in their remarkable foraging efficiency.
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Scientific Classification of Pure green augochlora
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Bugs
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Bees
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Adult Habitat of Pure green augochlora
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Habitat Preferences of Pure green augochlora Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of pure green augochlora are laid in underground nests found within well-drained soils, often near areas with abundant flowering plants. The larval stage continues to develop in these nests, inside wax-coated cells provisioned with food by adults. To find them, one would search the vicinity of pollinator-friendly environments, gently excavating around the nesting sites. Pupae, undergoing their end stages of metamorphosis, can also be found within these cells. Mature pure green augochlora frequently visit flowers for nectar and pollen; thus, searching gardens, meadows, and woodlands with a diversity of flowering plants during the blooming season would likely yield sightings of the adults.
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The pure green augochlora can cause toxic reactions with a wide range of severity. However, the toxins are typically targeted at their prey and predators. They are usually not fatal to humans.

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Are Pure green augochlora harmful to humans?

Pure green augochlora is an expert in brewing honey, and generally does not actively attack people, but it also has stings like other bees. When it is threatened or the nest is destroyed, it will take the initiative to attack. There will be slight pain after being stung, and some sensitive people will appear red and swollen.
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Toxic to Animals

The pure green augochlora uses its sting primarily as a defense mechanism or to capture prey. It possesses a sting that delivers venom, causing varying responses in different animals. The toxicity of pure green augochlora is considered mild, and while it might cause minor irritation or discomfort to humans and domestic animals such as dogs and cats, the sting is often more potent against other small creatures, particularly other insects, which may fall prey to pure green augochlora. Adult pure green augochloras are responsible for this toxic interaction.

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Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Pure green augochlora is a diligent pollinator, attracted to flowers by their vivid colors and enticing smells. It consumes pollen and also collects it to nourish its young. While foraging, pure green augochlora inadvertently transfers pollen from one flower to another, aiding in plant reproduction.
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