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Wide-striped sweat bee

Wide-striped sweat bee

Halictus farinosus

A species of Furrow bees

Halictus farinosus is a species of sweat bee in the family Halictidae. The Halictus farinosus is a ground-nesting sweat bee. The species is a primitively eusocial bee, of intermediate social strength when compared to other social species in the genus Halictus.

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General Info About Wide-striped sweat bee
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Attributes of Wide-striped sweat bee
Colors
Brown
Black
Yellow
Habitat
dry area; sparse grass; brush; open woodland
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, plant sap, honeydew (secreted by aphids), various floral oils
Larva Food Source
Pollen, nectar, honey, bee bread (mixture of pollen and nectar), royal jelly (in certain bee species, not halictidae)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
The Wide-striped sweat bee has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Venomous
The Wide-striped sweat bee can induce toxic reactions varying in severity. Nevertheless, these toxins primarily target their prey and predators and are usually not fatal to humans.
Phytophagous
The Wide-striped 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 Wide-striped sweat bee
Not endangered
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Distribution Area of Wide-striped sweat bee
Canada, United States
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Life Cycle of Wide-striped sweat bee
Egg The egg of wide-striped sweat bee is typically oval and minute. In this initial phase, the insect is a dormant embryo, undergoing cellular differentiation and growth inside the egg's protective casing.
Larva Upon hatching, the larva of wide-striped sweat bee appears worm-like with a soft body. This stage is primarily for feeding and growth, as the larva molts several times, increasing in size with each molt.
Pupal The pupal stage of wide-striped sweat bee represents a period of transformation where the creature is immobile, encased within a protective cocoon. It's here that the larva reorganizes into its adult form, changing in structure and function.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult wide-striped sweat 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.
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Predators of Wide-striped sweat bee Larvae
Ants, birds, spiders, wasps, beetles
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Scientific Classification of Wide-striped sweat bee
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Bugs
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Bees
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Youth Habitat of Wide-striped sweat bee
Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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Adult Habitat of Wide-striped sweat bee
Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Forests and Woodlands, Grasslands and Prairies
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How Can You Attract Wide-striped sweat bee
Sugar water or other sweet solutions can attract wide-striped sweat bee, as they frequently seek out nectar.
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Habitat Preferences of Wide-striped sweat bee Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of wide-striped sweat bee are typically laid in underground nests, where they remain during the larval stage, developing in wax-coated cells provisioned with food by the adults. Looking for these stages requires careful excavation in sandy or soft soils, often in areas with abundant flowering plants. As pupae, wide-striped sweat bee metamorphose within these cells, transforming into adults which then emerge from the ground. To find the adult wide-striped sweat bee, it is best to search around flowers in a variety of habitats, such as meadows, gardens, and open woodlands, where they are known to forage for nectar and pollen during the day.
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How and Where Can You Find Wide-striped sweat bee at Different Life Stages
Larva To find wide-striped sweat bee in the larval stage, explore decomposing wood piles or soil near plants. These larvae are dependent on provisions collected by adults, so they are rarely visible outside their nesting burrows.
Pupal Wide-striped sweat bee pupae are usually located within their nesting sites in the ground or wood. Finding them requires carefully digging near identified wide-striped sweat bee nests without disturbing the surrounding environment.
Adult Adult wide-striped sweat bee can be found foraging on flowers. Look for them during sunny periods on flowering plants. They can also be spotted near their ground nests' entrances, particularly in sandy or loose soil. Observing and following their flight patterns can lead to nest locations.
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Are Wide-striped sweat bee harmful to humans?

Wide-striped 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.
Harmful Effects of Wide-striped sweat bee
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Does the Wide-striped sweat bee sting humans?

Wide-striped sweat bee generally does not sting humans, as it is mostly interested in pollination activities. Stings are rare and often a last resort, typically occurring when humans disrupt their nests or threaten them directly. Females possess stingers, used primarily for defense. There's no significant impact on wide-striped sweat bee after stinging, unlike honeybees. Stings to humans may cause temporary discomfort but are not generally dangerous.

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Pollination Behavior Reason
Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring
Wide-striped sweat bee is a diligent pollinator, often seen buzzing from flower to flower. Attracted by the vivid colors and enticing scents, it collects pollen on its hairy body to feed its offspring. As it moves, pollen is transferred, aiding in the cross-pollination of plants. This tiny creature plays a significant role in the health of ecosystems.
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