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Hylaeus paulus-complex

Hylaeus paulus-complex

Species included in this complex: Hylaeus gracilicornis (Morawitz 1867) and Hylaeus paulus Bridwell 1919

Geographical distribution

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Specie

Hylaeus paulus-complex

Foraging specialisation

polylectic

H.paulus is associated with several plant families. The foraging habits of H. gracilicornis are mostly unkown but expected to be similar.

Pollen available

Not Applicable

Flight period

Hylaeus gracilicornis: VI-VIII ; Hylaeus paulus: V-VIII

Body length female (mm)

4,3-5,4

Body length male (mm)

4,3-5,4

Lifestyle

H.paulus nests aboveground, within hollow twigs or existing cavities in dead wood. Similar habits are expected from H.gracilicornis.

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