12 Questions
What distinguishes solitary bees from honey bees in terms of nest building and rearing young?
Solitary bees build nests individually and rear young without help from others.
Which of the following is a common misconception about solitary bees' nesting habits?
All solitary bees live in colonies similar to honey bees.
Why are solitary bees often overlooked despite being effective pollinators?
They have a lower profile compared to honey or bumble bees.
What distinguishes the Megachile Pluto bee from other solitary bees?
It is a leafcutter bee and the largest bee in the world.
Which bee is specifically mentioned as resembling flies at first glance?
Bee Fly
What is a key characteristic of solitary nests in some species?
Nests are built by a single female with no other nests nearby.
What type of social structure do some bees exhibit when they build separate nests close to each other?
Aggregations
Which type of bees may live communally by sharing a nest entrance?
Sweat bees
What is a characteristic of the bee houses mentioned as ready-made options in the text?
Sturdy and durable
Which gender of solitary bees has the ability to sting?
Only females
What do male carpenter bees do that can make them seem defensive even though they can't sting?
Appear attracted to humans waving their arms
What is an advantage of installing a bee house according to the text?
Enables close observation of bees
Explore the fascinating world of solitary bees, the unsung heroes of the pollinator world. Learn about their importance as pollinators and how they differ from honey bees and bumble bees. Discover unique facts such as the largest bee in the world believed to be a solitary bee - Megachile Pluto.
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