Scientists at Curtin University unveil a new horned bee, Megachile lucifer, found in Western Australia. Discovery emphasizes biodiversity conservation amid mining threats. #BeeDiscovery #AustraliaWildlife #Biodiversity #Conservation #NewSpecies | RON

Australia is home to over 1,700 species of native bees, with more than 300 found in South Australia alone. These bees display remarkable nesting diversity—some, like Lasioglossum and other Halictidae, burrow into sandy soils or clay banks, while others, such as Hylaeus and Megachile, prefer to nest in natural cavities within dead wood, reeds, grass stems, or pithy twigs. Many also repurpose old beetle tunnels or cracks in natural materials, highlighting the importance of habitat variety in susta

3.1K views · 128 reactions | This little Resin Bee (Megachile) enthusiastically collected tiny balls of this material for her nest. This Australian native got its name because they build their residences out of resin. They range in size from about 8 to 14 mm, and they are coloured red, orange or black. #beefact | Flow Hive | Facebook

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Fire-tailed Resin Bee (Megachile) cleaning out a potential nesting site in a pollinator hotel. Yet another cool native Australian solitary bee! 🐝 #beesarecool #nativebeesaustralia #pollinators #firetailedresinbee #pollinator | Macro Bees

10K views · 393 reactions | Being able to watch these girls nesting...