Ptilothrix
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| Scientific name | Ptilothrix |
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| Phylum | Arthropoda |
| Order | Hymenopterans |
| Rank | Genus |
| Tribe | Emphorini |
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| ID | 2932157 |
About Ptilothrix
Ptilothrix is a genus within the tribe Emphorini of the family Apidae. Bees of this genus are large and can range from 7 to 15 millimeters. Ptilothrix species are solitary ground nesting bees. The genus is known for having long leg hairs, called scopae, to help gather pollen to provision their nests.
