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Halictidae is the second-largest family of bees [1] (clade Anthophila) with nearly 4,500 species. [2] They are commonly called sweat bees (especially the smaller species), as they are often attracted to perspiration. [3] [4] Halictid species are an extremely diverse group that can vary greatly in appearance.
Agapostemon texanus is a species of bee found in North America.Commonly known as the metallic green sweat bee or the Texas striped sweat bee, it varies greatly in its appearance, with variations in color and in the amount of black markings on the legs.
Augochlora pura is a solitary sweat bee found primarily in the Eastern United States. It is known for its bright green color and its tendency to forage on a variety of plants. Inhabiting rotting logs, this bee can produce up to three generations per year. Both males and females have been observed licking sweat from human skin, most likely ...
The genus Agapostemon (literally "stamen loving") is a common group of Western Hemisphere sweat bees. They are members of the family of bees known as Halictidae. Unlike other sweat bees, they are not attracted to human sweat. [1] They are generally green or blue, especially the head and thorax.
Sweat bee is a common name for various bees that are attracted to the salt in human sweat. It can refer to: Small bees in the family Halictidae, common across the world, particularly Agapostemon, Augochlora, Augochlorella, and Augochloropsis, metallic green sweat bees; Lasioglossum and Halictus, black and white bees; two of the most abundant ...
English: Sweat Bee - Halictus poeyi, Harris Neck National Wildlife Refuge, Townsend, Georgia. The flower this bee is on has the lovely name of Turkey Tangle Fogfruit ...
Megalopta genalis is a sweat bee of the family Halictidae. The term "sweat bee" refers to the organism's attraction to human sweat and perspiration. [2] These bees have metallic nature, specifically a green color in this species. The bee is studied for its unusual transition from diurnal to nocturnal behavior. [2]
Augochlorella aurata is a primitively eusocial species of sweat bee (bees attracted by the salt in human sweat) in the family Halictidae. [1] [2] [3] It is one of three species of Augochlorella found east of the Rocky Mountains in North America. [4]