Leaf cutter bee making nests inside Nurturing Nature’s observation box

Probably Megachile centuncularis, also known as the patchwork leaf cutter bee, seen here living up to its name. The video shows how much time and effect is needed by these bees to fulfill the requirements needed for their offspring to survive for many months inside their cavities.

Probably a Willughby’s leafcutter bee (Megachile Willughbiella)

Leafcutter bee at rest with her handiwork under her body

 

With the big UK decline of honey bees these little known pollinators need our help as much as we need theirs. Getting the message out there, enhancing our gardens to be ‘bee friendly’ and enticing wild bees to nest is more important than ever.

 

Leaf cutter bee larva inside its leaf cell Nurturing Nature

Hopefully next years leaf cutter bee!

 Read more detailed information about leaf cutters here

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