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Alfalfa Leafcutter

Megachile rotundata

Classification

Class
Insecta

Megachile rotundata, the alfalfa leafcutting bee, is a European bee that has been introduced to various regions around the world. As a solitary bee species, it does not build colonies or store honey, but is a very efficient pollinator of alfalfa, carrots, other vegetables, and some fruits. Because of this, farmers often use M.

Distribution

Dick Belgers · CC BY
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