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Red mason bee

O⁠smia bicornis

Photo by arne.roysland
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Field Notes

Description:

The bee is a compact bee with dense, reddish brown coat on the back and black head and chest. Facial hairs are absent in females.

Habitat:

Farmland: hayfield

Notes:

Norwegian name: Hornmurerbie

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