Plasterer bees
Scientific name: Colletidae
Plasterer bees
Scientific name: Colletidae
Description
Unlike other bees that use nectar and pollen, the Colletidae bees line their nests with a cellophane-like secretion, earning them the nickname 'plasterer bees'. This material is waterproof and antimicrobial, ensuring the safety and freshness of the provisions left for their larvae. This remarkable adaptation showcases their evolutionary ingenuity, going beyond the typical bee behavior and highlighting a survival strategy that challenges our standard perceptions of bee resourcefulness.