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Fringed Leafcutter Bee

Megachile fidelis

About

A western North American leafcutter bee recognized by the dense fringe of golden hairs on its hind legs used for pollen transport. It nests in the ground, unusual for its genus.

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Did You Know?

Unlike most leafcutter bees that nest in cavities, it excavates burrows directly into sandy soil.