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Galápagos carpenter bee

Xylocopa darwini

A species of Large carpenter bees

Xylocopa darwini, the Galápagos carpenter bee, is the only native species of bee found in the Galápagos Islands, to which it is endemic. The female is all black, whereas the male has a black abdomen and is yellow-brown elsewhere.

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Toxic to Animals
General Info About Galápagos carpenter bee
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Attributes of Galápagos carpenter bee
Adult Food Sources
Nectar, pollen, plant sap, juices from fruits, honeydew
Larva Food Source
Pollen, nectar
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
The Galápagos carpenter bee has special defensive behaviors that can trigger an allergic reaction. If there are serious reactions, seek IMMEDIATE medical attention.
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing-lapping mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Galápagos carpenter bee
Egg The egg stage for galápagos carpenter bee is typically an oval form and size varies. Deposited in clusters or isolation, it's the initial development stage, incapable of movement and feeding, relying entirely on the yolk's nutrients.
Larva In the larval stage, galápagos carpenter bee appears worm-like, with a primary function of feeding to accumulate energy. The body is soft and varies in color, growing in size through molting as it progresses.
Pupal During the pupal stage, galápagos carpenter bee is encased in a cocoon and undergoes transformation. It's stationary, and the body restructures internally, differentiating the adult's organs and appendages while externally resembling neither larva nor adult.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult galápagos carpenter 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 Adult Galápagos carpenter bee
Birds, reptiles, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Galápagos carpenter bee
Galápagos carpenter bee can vibrate its body while visiting flowers, a process known as buzz pollination, to release pollen that is tightly packed within the flower's anthers.
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Scientific Classification of Galápagos carpenter bee
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Youth Habitat of Galápagos carpenter bee
Forests and Woodlands
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Adult Habitat of Galápagos carpenter bee
Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas, Urban and Suburban Areas
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How Can You Attract Galápagos carpenter bee
To attract galápagos carpenter bee, using natural floral scents from plants such as lavender, sunflowers, or fruit blooms is effective due to their role as pollinators.
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Habitat Preferences of Galápagos carpenter bee Through Different Life Stages
The larvae of galápagos carpenter bee are typically found in wooden tunnels made by their mother, often in dead trees or timber structures. To find these larvae, one should search for entrances to nesting tunnels in sunny locations where untreated wood is present. Adult galápagos carpenter bee are usually found in areas abundant with flowering plants, as they forage for nectar and pollen. To locate adults, exploring gardens, meadows, and fields during warm, sunny weather would be most effective. Pupae are generally located within the same nesting tunnels as the larvae but are specifically in cells provisioned with pollen by the female. To identify these sites, inspecting the structural integrity of wood is essential, looking for telltale signs of nest entrances and wood shavings ejected by tunneling activities.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Galápagos carpenter bee
The optimal time to find galápagos carpenter bee is during daylight hours, particularly mid-morning to early afternoon when temperatures are warm and the sun is out, as these conditions are ideal for their foraging activities.
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Are Galápagos carpenter bee harmful to humans?

Most bees are docile and only sting when they are irritated. The sting needles of bees are sharp and toxic, and people will obviously feel pain after being stung. Some bees may also cause swelling, redness, fever and itching. Some sensitive people may experience more severe symptoms or even death.
Harmful Effects of Galápagos carpenter bee
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Toxic to Animals

Galápagos carpenter bee possesses a mild level of toxicity that can affect a myriad of living creatures, particularly smaller animals and humans. Typically, this organism utilizes its sting as a defense mechanism or to subdue prey. Adult galápagos carpenter bee are capable of delivering a venomous sting that mostly results in minor discomfort in humans and pets like dogs and cats; however, the impact may be more pronounced in smaller mammals due to their size and sensitivity to the toxin.

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Beneficial Effects of Galápagos carpenter bee
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Attract Plant Feature
Color, Smell
Galápagos carpenter bee is a robust pollinator, often seen buzzing from flower to flower. It is attracted by the vivid colors and enticing scents of blossoms. While collecting pollen to feed its offspring, galápagos carpenter bee inadvertently transfers pollen between flowers, aiding in plant reproduction. Their large bodies and hairy structure make them efficient at picking up and distributing pollen.
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