Mason Bee House
by Mitch Spence
Title
Mason Bee House
Artist
Mitch Spence
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Description
The name mason bee is commonly used for species of bees in the genus Osmia. They're named for their habit of using mud or other “masonry” products in constructing their nests, which are made in naturally occurring gaps such as between cracks in stones or other small dark cavities. Some species prefer hollow stems or holes in wood made by wood-boring insects. Unlike honey bees or bumblebees, Osmia species are solitary; every female is fertile and makes her own nest, and no worker bees for these species exist. This constructed home for these bees to nest in was in the North Carolina Arboretum near Asheville. The arrangement of the nesting tubes makes a delightful and colorful pattern inside the outside wooden supports of the nesting area.
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June 24th, 2018
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Comments (2)
Karen Adams
Very very cool, Mitch! I have been wanting a home for Mason bees in my yard for a couple of years now . . . this might make me do it!!.......vf
Mitch Spence replied:
Thank you, Karen. I wish you success with your bee house! They need all the help we can give them.
Sarah Loft
Terrific image, Mitch! Love it.
Mitch Spence replied:
Thank you, Sarah. Before I came upon this house, and then looked for information, I didn't know about these bees.