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Golden sweat bee

Golden sweat bee

Augochlorella aurata

A species of Sweat bees, Also known as Golden green sweat bee

The body is a brilliant green metallic color, diffused to varying extents with a copper, red, or yellow color. Its length is 5 - 7 mm.

Toxic to Animals
Toxic to Animals
General Info About Golden sweat bee
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Attributes of Golden sweat bee
Colors
Black
Green
Habitat
wood; soil
Adult Food Sources
Pollen, nectar, honeydew, plant sap, fruit juices
Larva Food Source
Pollen, nectar
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
The Golden sweat bee 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 Golden sweat bee feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing-lapping mouthparts
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Species Status of Golden sweat bee
It is found in North America east of the Rocky Mountains.
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Distribution Area of Golden sweat bee
United states
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Predators of Golden sweat bee Larvae
Ants, wasps, birds, spiders
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Predators of Adult Golden sweat bee
Birds, spiders, mantises, dragonflies
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Interesting Facts About Golden sweat bee
Golden sweat bee can navigate using the sun, employing a method akin to a solar compass.
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Scientific Classification of Golden sweat bee
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Bugs
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Youth Habitat of Golden sweat bee
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Golden sweat bee
Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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When is the Best Time to Observe Golden sweat bee
The best time to find golden sweat bee is during warm and sunny days, especially during the late spring and summer months when flowers are in bloom, as these conditions are ideal for their foraging activities.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Golden sweat bee
Dry, warm weather with little to no wind is the most suitable for locating golden sweat bee, as they are mostly active under these conditions and less so during cold, wet, or windy weather.
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How and Where Can You Find Golden sweat bee at Different Life Stages
Adult Golden sweat bee adults are most frequently seen on flowers collecting nectar and pollen. Search in gardens, meadows, or anywhere with an abundance of blooming plants, focusing particularly on sunlit flower heads during warmer parts of the day.
Larva Golden sweat bee larvae reside in the nest provided by their mother, which is usually situated underground. These nests can be located by gently excavating soil in areas where adults have been observed foraging, but this should be done with care to avoid harming the larvae or disrupting the nest structure.
Pupal Locating golden sweat bee in their pupal stage is a challenge since they pupate within their nests. The nests are generally not visible above ground and disturbing them can harm the developing creatures. Hence, this stage is best left undisturbed and observed only if naturally exposed during garden maintenance or ecological surveys.
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The golden sweat bee 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 Golden sweat bee harmful to humans?

Golden sweat bee 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

Golden sweat bee uses its sting as a means of capturing prey. The organism's venom is mild and is primarily a defensive tool rather than an aggressive one. When other animals, such as humans or frogs, come into contact with the toxin via a sting, they might experience localized pain or discomfort. Birds and other insects can also be affected if they interact with golden sweat bee during its adult toxic stage, potentially leading to avoidance behaviors.

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Pollination Behavior Reason
Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring
Golden sweat bee is a diligent pollinator, attracted by the vivid colors and enticing scents of flowers. It collects pollen primarily to feed its offspring, transferring pollen from one bloom to another as it moves. This inadvertent pollination is crucial for plant reproduction and biodiversity.
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