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<p>This study recorded the common <i>Megachile</i> bees, their nesting behaviour, host range, and ecological interactions in West Bengal, India. The bees exhibited diurnal activity, and nests were constructed using various natural and artificial materials, including mud, wood, and hollow stems, without a strong preference for specific substrates. The highest species diversity and abundance were observed in the New Alluvial Zone. <i>Megachile</i> bees utilized various plants for nesting and foraging, favouring glabrous leaves and plants flowering from March to May. These findings provide insights into the ecological variability and nesting preferences of <i>Megachile</i> bees, contributing to their conservation in this region.</p>

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Diversity, Host Range, and Nesting Ecology of Common Megachile Bees (Hymenoptera: Megachilidae) from West Bengal, India, with Implications for Conservation

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    2026年4月23日

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  • Kaushik Pramanik,
  • Ipsita Ghosh,
  • Moumita Panda,
  • Subham Dutta,
  • Shantanu Jha

摘要

This study recorded the common Megachile bees, their nesting behaviour, host range, and ecological interactions in West Bengal, India. The bees exhibited diurnal activity, and nests were constructed using various natural and artificial materials, including mud, wood, and hollow stems, without a strong preference for specific substrates. The highest species diversity and abundance were observed in the New Alluvial Zone. Megachile bees utilized various plants for nesting and foraging, favouring glabrous leaves and plants flowering from March to May. These findings provide insights into the ecological variability and nesting preferences of Megachile bees, contributing to their conservation in this region.