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Melissodes ~ long-horned bees

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Contrary to their name, these bees lack long horns. However, the males boast extraordinarily long antennae. These bees are ground nesters and can be quite abundant from time to time. Another popular common name for them is "sunflower bees," based on their affinity for compound flowers such as sunflowers. 

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