Osmia aglaia, also known as the Oregon berry bee,[2] is a species of bee of the family Megachilidae. It occurs in the Western United States, in California, Oregon, and Washington.[1][3]

Oregon berry bee

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Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Arthropoda
Class: Insecta
Order: Hymenoptera
Family: Megachilidae
Genus: Osmia
Species:
O. aglaia
Binomial name
Osmia aglaia
Sandhouse, 1939

O. aglaia is a pollinator of brambles, including raspberries and blackberries, in western Oregon and California. They are metallic blue, green or rust/bronze in color.  They nest in tunnels in wood about 1/4–3/8 inches in diameter. They are active as adults in late spring, while Rubus are in bloom.[2]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Osmia aglaia". NatureServe. 24 April 2020. Retrieved 29 March 2023.
  2. ^ a b "Solitary Bees: An Addition to Honey Bees". www.pollinatorparadise.com. Retrieved 2023-01-30.
  3. ^ "Species Osmia aglaia". BugGuide.net. Retrieved 28 March 2023.