Document Type
Entomological Note
Abstract
Andrena (Conandrena) bradleyi Viereck (Hymenoptera: Andrenidae) is widely regarded as a Ericaceae specialist bee due to its elongate head, plant records, and common collection in commercial blueberry fields. We provide evidence of A. bradleyi collecting pollen from willow (Salix, Salicaceae) L. in southeastern Manitoba. This indicates the bee is not obligately specialized on Ericaceae pollens and that early blooming plants may contribute to its early nutritional requirements.
Recommended Citation
Watson, James B.; Bartel, Keziah G.; and Gibbs, Jason
2023.
"Willow Pollen Collection by a Blueberry Specialist Bee (Hymenoptera: Andrenidae),"
The Great Lakes Entomologist, vol 56
(2)
DOI: https://doi.org/10.22543/0090-0222.2466
Available at:
https://scholar.valpo.edu/tgle/vol56/iss2/12