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Perdita

'Ant-like' bees among newly discovered desert species

Entomologists report nine newly identified species of the desert bee genus Perdita, including two species with 'ant-like' males completely different in appearance from their mates. Ref. Source 1e.

Perdita

Sounds like they are right with the males with the females being small and collecting during the heat of the day is a unique way to avoid predators. I think we need to a lot more research on the insects and even small birds that help with the pollination of plants and flowers to see that crops continue to grow and helps feed the world.