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Leafcutter Bees (Megachile Spp.) - Bee In Flight With Leaf - Animal India
Leafcutter bees (Megachile spp.) cut leaves from the Indian indigo plant (Indigofera tinctoria) in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on June 15, 2026. These bees are solitary pollinators in India, effective for crops such as pigeon pea, jute, and legumes. They build tubular nest cells in hollow stems or crevices using the cut leaves. Unlike honeybees, leafcutter bees do not produce honey and are considered docile, making them safe for gardens. Females carry pollen on a brush of stiff hairs on their abdomen. Each female is a solitary nester, laying eggs in individual leafy chambers. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)
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| Photo ID | #13858267 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto |
Related Keywords
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Megachile spp.
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India
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jute
legumes
semicircular holes
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tubular nest cells
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crevices
dead wood
pre-drilled holes
pollen
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Indian indigo
common indigo
Indigofera tinctoria
Tehatta
West Bengal
15/06/2026
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