Pillow : Stelidine Bee (Stelis phaeoptera) adult female, chewing into nest of Mason Bee (Osmia leaiana)
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Stelidine Bee (Stelis phaeoptera) adult female, chewing into nest of Mason Bee (Osmia leaiana)
Stelidine Bee (Stelis phaeoptera) adult female, chewing into nest of Mason Bee (Osmia leaiana) to lay eggs on stored pollen mass, Powys, Wales, August
FLPA images of Wildlife and nature
Media ID 9671495
© FLPA/Richard Becker
Bees Chew Chewing Chews Cuckoo Bee Eggs Laying Megachilidae Nest Nesting Nests Pollen Powys Solitary Bee Species Stored Wales Welsh Mason
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Nature's Sneaky Intruder - Stelidine Bee Caught in the Act!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this snapshot, we witness a fascinating encounter between two buzzing beauties of the insect world. The mischievous Stelidine Bee, with its cunning strategy, is caught red-handed as it chews into the nest of a unsuspecting Mason Bee. With her delicate jaws poised and determination in her eyes, this adult female Stelis phaeoptera knows exactly what she's after - a cozy spot to lay her eggs on the stored pollen mass gathered by the hardworking Mason Bee. Talk about being resourceful! Taken in picturesque Powys, Wales during a sunny August day, this image showcases not only the incredible diversity of European nature but also highlights an intriguing behavior rarely witnessed by human eyes. As summer fills the air with warmth and life abounds all around us, these tiny creatures remind us that even within our own backyards lies an entire world waiting to be discovered. From their intricate nests to their meticulous egg-laying techniques, bees like these play vital roles in maintaining our ecosystem's balance. So next time you stumble upon a humble bee buzzing nearby or catch sight of one diligently building its home, take a moment to appreciate their tireless efforts and marvel at Mother Nature's ingenious ways.
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