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Modest masked bee

Modest masked bee

Hylaeus modestus

A species of Masked bees, Also known as Modest yellow-faced 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.

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Attributes of Modest masked bee
Colors
Black
Yellow
Habitat
flower
Defensive attack
The Modest masked bee has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Venomous
The Modest masked 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 Modest masked 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 Modest masked 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 Modest masked bee
It is found in North America.
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Adult Size of Modest masked bee
5 - 7 mm
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Predators of Modest masked bee Larvae
Frogs, toads, birds, jumping spiders, mantises, geckos, hoverflies
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Predators of Adult Modest masked bee
Birds, rodents, spiders, preying mantises, lizards, dragonflies
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Interesting Facts About Modest masked bee
Modest masked bee can communicate with its counterparts by performing a unique dance, signaling the direction and distance to food sources.
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Scientific Classification of Modest masked bee
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Youth Habitat of Modest masked bee
Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Modest masked bee
Grasslands and Prairies, Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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The modest masked 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 Modest masked bee harmful to humans?

Modest masked 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.
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Toxic to Humans

Adults of modest masked bee possess a mild sting as a defense mechanism. The sting may deliver neurotoxins, which can cause temporary discomfort in humans. Although the toxicity is generally low, the sting can lead to immediate symptoms, such as localized pain and swelling. Long-term effects are unlikely, but in severe cases, complications could arise from multiple stings.

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Toxic to Animals

Modest masked bee has a defense mechanism that involves a mild toxin, which it delivers through a sting. This toxin is mostly active when modest masked bee is an adult. Among those affected include humans, who might experience swelling or pain at the sting site. Mammals could show similar mild reactions. Insects that get stung could be incapacitated or deterred, serving as a way for modest masked bee to protect itself from being preyed upon or bothered. The sting and its effects vary across animal species, from brief discomfort to more pronounced reactions, but it is generally not considered highly dangerous.

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Pollination Behavior Reason
Collect Pollen To Feed Offspring
Modest masked bee is a vital pollinator that visits various flowers, attracted by their vivid colors and distinct shapes. It collects pollen primarily to feed its offspring, inadvertently transferring pollen from one bloom to another, thus aiding in plant reproduction.
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