solitary bees

There are many common species of solitary bees which nest in individual holes in the ground. The bees range in size from 1/2"-3/4", and may be a variety of colors such as blue, green, copper or metallic red. They may belong to one of several groups of bees, such as the membrane bees, digger bees, sweat bees, leafcutter bees and mason bees or other groups (Colletidae, Andrenidae, Halictidae, Megachilidae) and may occur across the state.