Market Square Bee
Osmia bicornis
Megachilidae • Hymenoptera
These solitary bees have learned to navigate the bustling atmosphere of Polish market squares, nesting in old building walls while pollinating vendor flowers and nearby gardens.
Found in Cities
Identification Features
- Reddish-brown abdomen
- Robust build
- Solitary nesting
- Active in spring
Behavior & Ecology
Solitary nester, important early-season pollinator
Urban Habitats
Conservation Status
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