Try for Free
tab list
Picture Insect
English
arrow
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Home Application Download FAQ
English
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Icon about
About
Icon about
General Info
Icon about
Search Tips
Icon about
Harmful or Not
Icon about
Harmful Effects
Icon about
Beneficial Effects
Icon about
Common FAQs
Icon about
Similar Insects
Icon about
Popular Insects
Ivy bee

Ivy bee

Colletes hederae

A species of Plasterer bees

The females of Colletes hederae are on average 13 millimetres (0.51 in) long, while the males are about 10 mm (0.39 in) long, significantly larger than the common colletes. The thorax of the adults is covered by dense orange-brown hair, while each abdominal segment has an apical orangey hair-band. This species is very similar to the closely related heather colletes (Colletes succinctus) and even more to the sea aster mining bee (Colletes halophilus).

Toxic to Humans
Toxic to Humans
Toxic to Animals
Toxic to Animals
General Info About Ivy bee
Instantly identify insects with a snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on bite assessment, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safe interaction tips, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Attributes of Ivy bee
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
They are known from Austria, Belgium, Channel Islands, Croatia, Cyprus, southern England, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain and Switzerland.
Adult Food Sources
Ivy (hedera) nectar, ivy pollen, other available flowers' nectar, other available flowers' pollen
Larva Food Source
Pollen provision, nectar provision
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
The Ivy bee has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Venomous
The Ivy bee 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 Ivy 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 Ivy 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
qrcode
Img download isoImg download android
Rectangle
Distribution Area of Ivy bee
They are known from Austria, Belgium, Channel Islands, Croatia, Cyprus, southern England, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Serbia, Slovenia, Spain and Switzerland.
Rectangle
Life Cycle of Ivy bee
Egg Upon being laid, the egg of ivy bee remains static. It's typically oval or cylindrical, of a pale color, and hardens as it develops. The egg houses the embryo, which metamorphoses into the larval form.
Larva Ivy bee larva is a legless, vermiform grub, often creamy white in color. It molts multiple times, growing larger with each stage. The larva's primary function is feeding and accumulating reserves.
Pupal The pupa of ivy bee is encased in a protective cocoon. During this period, ivy bee undergoes significant transformation in structure and physiology, evolving from a larval form to an adult insect.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult ivy bee’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.
Rectangle
Predators of Ivy bee Larvae
Amphibians such as frogs and toads, insectivorous birds, rodents like mice and voles, arachnids such as spiders, other insect predators like beetles and wasps
Rectangle
Predators of Adult Ivy bee
Birds, mantises, spiders, reptiles like lizards, other insects such as dragonflies and large wasps
Rectangle
Interesting Facts About Ivy bee
Adult ivy bees use their elongated tongues to reach the nectar of deep flowers, showcasing an intricate mutualism with plant species.
Rectangle
Scientific Classification of Ivy bee
Tips for Finding Ivy bee
Your ultimate guide to understanding insects
Unlock the secrets of insect life cycles, habitats, behaviors and observation tips!!
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Youth Habitat of Ivy bee
Rotting and Decaying Matter
Rectangle
Adult Habitat of Ivy bee
Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands
Rectangle
How Can You Attract Ivy bee
Ivy bee is likely attracted to certain types of flowers or sweet substances, as these are the primary food sources for many Hymenoptera.
Rectangle
Habitat Preferences of Ivy bee Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of ivy bee are typically deposited in underground burrows in loose soil or sand. Larvae will develop in the same nests, feeding on pollen provisions left by the mother, while pupae remain in these nests until they metamorphose into adults. Adult ivy bee are commonly found on flowering plants, especially ivy, as they require nectar and pollen. When searching, one might inspect loose, sandy soil or vertical earth banks for nests, dig carefully to observe larvae without causing harm, and visit flowering shrubs or creepers for adult sightings.
Rectangle
When is the Best Time to Observe Ivy bee
The most suitable time for finding adult ivy bee would be during their active periods, which typically coincide with the blooming period of the plants they pollinate. Early morning or late afternoon, when temperatures are moderate, is often the best time of day.
Rectangle
What is the Best Weather to Observe Ivy bee
Ideal weather conditions for locating ivy bee would consist of warm, dry, and sunny days, as adverse weather like rain or cold temperatures can inhibit their activity.
Rectangle
How and Where Can You Find Ivy bee at Different Life Stages
Larva Ivy bee larvae are generally located in brood cells within nests. To find them, one would need to locate ivy bee nests, which could be underground, in hollow stems, or in man-made bee hotels. Exercise caution and seek expert guidance to minimize harm to both the searcher and the larvae.
Pupal Ivy bee pupae would remain within the brood cells where the larval stage developed. Finding a pupa requires the same approach as locating larvae, with careful inspection of the nest without disturbing the brood cells.
Adult Ivy bee adults can be found foraging for nectar and pollen on flowering plants, particularly those they have a symbiotic relationship with. Searching for adults is safest and easiest among flowers that they are attracted to, during times of the day when they are most active.
Are Ivy bee harmful?
Your Complete Pest Control Guide
Discover effective tips for preventing and eliminating pest infestations to keep bugs away from your home.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle

Are Ivy bee harmful to humans?

Ivy bee is very passive, usually busy collecting nectar, and will not take the initiative to sting people. But when it is threatened, it may take the initiative to sting people.
Harmful Effects of Ivy bee
Reveal the harmful impacts of diverse insects
Explore the dangers of insects related to toxicity, lethality, human biting, human stinging, pathogenicity, hematophagy, allergenicity, parasitism, etc.
Download the App for Free
Icon toxic for
Toxic to Humans
Icon toxic for
Toxic to Animals
Rectangle
Toxic to Humans

Ivy bee uses its sting as a defense mechanism to introduce mild neurotoxins. Human encounters with this toxin are through stings, which can lead to localized pain and swelling. Although typically benign, symptoms may include mild and temporary neurotoxic effects; severe complications are rare.

Rectangle
Toxic to Animals

Ivy bee is known to possess a mild toxin primarily used for defense. It administers this toxin through a sting, a common method among similar organisms. In humans, the sting might cause pain, swelling, and redness. Mammals, such as dogs, and birds may also exhibit signs of discomfort when stung. Other insects could be more significantly affected, facing potential paralysis or even death, although the mild nature of the toxin often results in less severe reactions in larger animals.

More Effects of Ivy bee

Beneficial Effects of Ivy bee
Discover the hidden benefits of insects
Explore how insects help as pollinators, pest predators, and biocontrol agents. From seed dispersal to decomposition, they play vital roles in our ecosystem.
Download the App for Free
Pollinator
Pollinator
Prefer Plant Type
Asteraceae
Attract Plant Feature
Smell, Shape
Pollination Behavior Reason
Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring
Ivy bee is a diligent pollinator, attracted by the smell and shape of Asteraceae flowers. It collects pollen primarily to feed its offspring, transferring pollen effectively as it moves from flower to flower. An interesting fact about ivy bee is that it has a specialized brush of hairs on its abdomen to gather pollen, showcasing an adaptation evolved specifically for pollination.
Common Questions People Also Ask
Get Quick Insect Answers with a Snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and answers on bites, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safety tips!
Download the App for Free
More Insects that are Similar to Ivy bee
Vernal colletes
Vernal colletes

Colletes cunicularius is a large species of Colletes which has an unbanded, hairy, black abdomen which contrasts with the thorax which is covered with brown hair.

Read More
Arrow
Davies' cellophane bee
Davies' cellophane bee

Colletes daviesanus is a Palearctic species of plasterer bee.

Read More
Arrow
Unequal cellophane bee
Unequal cellophane bee

Colletes inaequalis is a common species of plasterer bee (family Colletidae), native to North America. Like other species in the genus, it builds cells in underground nests that are lined with a polyester secretion, earning them the nickname Polyester bee.

Read More
Arrow
Heather colletes
Heather colletes

Colletes succinctus is a medium-sized bee which has pale hairs on its clypeus and pale transverse bands on the thorax but with an orange, transparent band on the first tergite. It is similar to two rare related species, the ivy bee (C. hederae) and the sea aster mining bee (C. halophilus), both of which were identified as separate species from C. succinctus in 1993 and 1943 respectively. They are all, however, separated from each other by their ecology. C. succinctus measures 10mm in length.

Read More
Arrow
Rufous-chested cellophane bee
Rufous-chested cellophane bee

Colletes thoracicus, the rufous-chested cellophane bee, is a species of cellophane or plasterer, masked, or fork-tongued bee in the family Colletidae. It is found in North America.

Read More
Arrow
Common yellow faced bee
Common yellow faced bee

Hylaeus communis is a Palearctic species of solitary bee.

Read More
Arrow
Modest masked bee
Modest masked bee

Hylaeus modestus is a fleece-winged insect from the Colletidae family. The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1837 by Say.

Read More
Arrow
Other Popular Insects
Western honey bee
Western honey bee

Western honey bee(Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.

Read More
Arrow
Monarch butterfly
Monarch butterfly

The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.

Read More
Arrow
Japanese rhinoceros beetle
Japanese rhinoceros beetle

The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.

Read More
Arrow
Silkworm
Silkworm

The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.

Read More
Arrow
Menelaus blue morpho
Menelaus blue morpho

Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.

Read More
Arrow
Atlas moth
Atlas moth

While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.

Read More
Arrow
Flying peacock spider
Flying peacock spider

Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.

Read More
Arrow
Multicolored asian ladybeetle
Multicolored asian ladybeetle

Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.

Read More
Arrow