Th is work provides a summary of the typical fl oral structure of subtribe Hyptidinae (Lamiaceae)... more Th is work provides a summary of the typical fl oral structure of subtribe Hyptidinae (Lamiaceae), in which both style and stamens are declinate within or near the concave anterior corolla lobe. Cross-pollination is facilitated by protandry, acting in conjunction with the explosive release of the stamens and pollen. In contrast, we report that in the three species of the genus Eplingiella we found individuals with either resupinate or non-resupinate fl owers, which represents a novel fl oral dimorphism. In these species of Eplingiella, the style occupies a position towards the posterior corolla lip and opposes the declinate stamens. Th us, in non-resupinate fl owers the pollinating bee receives pollen on its ventral side and makes contact with the style on its dorsal side, whereas in resupinate fl owers, the bee receives pollen on its dorsal side, and contacts the style on its ventral side. Both fl oral morphs seem to be required to achieve cross-pollination. In the two populations studied, each of the two morphs is present and in similar proportions, providing a novel means of promoting cross-pollination and reducing selfi ng. Th e situation in Eplingiella is compared to some other examples of fl oral polymorphism, but appears to be a unique pollination strategy, here termed Resupinate Dimorphy.
ABSTRACT A produção de acerola pode aumentar consideravelmente, quando suas flores são visitadas ... more ABSTRACT A produção de acerola pode aumentar consideravelmente, quando suas flores são visitadas por abelhas. Este estudo objetivou determinar o grau de dependência da aceroleira cultivar Olivier, em relação à polinização entomófila, bem como conhecer seus polinizadores potenciais, por meio de análise das características florais e do comportamento da entomofauna visitante. Os insetos mais frequentes foram: Centris (Centris) varia (43,9 %), Centris (Centris) decolorata (17,4 %), Centris (Centris) flavifrons (15,6 %), Epicharis (Epicharana) flava (7,6 %), Centris (Centris) nitens (5,9 %), Centris (Hemisiella) tarsata (4,9 %), Tetragonisca angustula (2,5 %) e Trigona spinipes (2,3 %). Foi observado que as abelhas dos gêneros Centris e Epicharis coletaram óleo, enquanto as T. angustula coletaram pólen e as T. spinipes cortaram as flores. A frutificação foi maior quando as flores estavam abertas à polinização (27 % de frutos gerados), seguida de polinização manual cruzada (11 %) e polinização restrita (1 %). Não houve formação de frutos por meio de autopolinização. A cultivar Oliver demonstrou alta dependência da polinização entomófila, sendo que abelhas Centris e E. flava podem realizar tal serviço eficientemente.
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Here, we describe a new species of genus Bombus Latreille, 1802 from northeastern Brazil... more Abstract Here, we describe a new species of genus Bombus Latreille, 1802 from northeastern Brazil, Bombus (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. Molecular analysis was initially performed to confirm the new species placement within the genus Bombus. Afterward, we performed an integrative approach combining molecular data (DNA barcoding and two nuclear regions) and morphology to confirm its taxonomic status. The genetic and morphological data were very consistent and congruent supporting this group as a new species. B. (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. has the body totally covered by black pilosity and can be distinguished from closer and/or sympatric species by clypeus shape, which has a distinct flattened dorsal platform, by length of malar area and the length and shape of the hairs, shorter and aligned as if it was trimmed. In addition, brief taxonomic notes on Bombus (Thoracobombus) brevivillus Franklin (1913) and Bombus (Thoracobombus) morio Swederus (1787), the sympatric species, are provided. A key for identification of Brazilian Bombus species, including the new species, was elaborated.
Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes
forming “... more Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes forming “male sleeping aggregations”. Here we report the first record of “dense” male sleeping aggregation of two different genera of Eucerini bees observed in Bahia, Brazil. We discuss the possible aim of this kind of aggregation as well the plant utilized on aggregate.
Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes forming “... more Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes forming “male sleeping aggregations”. Here we report the first record of “dense” male sleeping aggregation of two different genera of Eucerini bees observed in Bahia, Brazil. We discuss the possible aim of this kind of aggregation as well the plant utilized on aggregate.
This note reports for the first time a "male sleeping aggregation" of the solitary bee Oxaea aust... more This note reports for the first time a "male sleeping aggregation" of the solitary bee Oxaea austera Gerstaecker, 1867 (Hymenoptera, Apoidea, Oxaeinae) found near the town of Iaçú, Bahia, in Northeastern Brazil. This is also the first record of a species of Oxaea for the caatinga ecosystem.
The present study intended to verify which factors (phylogenetic relationship or local ecological... more The present study intended to verify which factors (phylogenetic relationship or local ecological conditions) would determine how Frieseomelitta bees use floral resources. The data obtained in the literature on biocenotic studies of Apoidea visiting flowers in Brazil were analyzed, with identification and quantification of floral resources used by Frieseomelitta species in different areas. The phenogram of similarity on use of resources among Frieseomelitta species was compared to the phylogenetic hypothesis proposed for the group. Among the eight Frieseomelitta species registered in 19 studies, F. doederleini (Friese), F. francoi (Moure), F. languida Moure, F. varia (Lepeletier) e Frieseomelitta sp. nov., were collected using resources from 36 plant families. F. doederleini, F. languida e F. varia centralized their activity in Caesalpiniaceae, Malpighiaceae e Anacardiaceae. The similarities and disparities found among areas and Frieseomelitta species reflected the similarities and differences of the vegetation composition in each area. Frieseomelitta bees presented a forage pattern similar to that one presented by other highly social bees, visiting flowers of many plant species, but concentrating their activities in few plant species. Despite the low phylogenetic relationship between F. languida and F. doederleini, they showed a high similarity on the use of floral resource, while F. varia e F. languida, species with high phylogenetic relationship, showed low similarity in the use of resource. Although the data obtained are not conclusive, it indicates that phylogenetic restrictions do not influence the pattern of use of floral resource by Frieseomelitta bees.
Th is work provides a summary of the typical fl oral structure of subtribe Hyptidinae (Lamiaceae)... more Th is work provides a summary of the typical fl oral structure of subtribe Hyptidinae (Lamiaceae), in which both style and stamens are declinate within or near the concave anterior corolla lobe. Cross-pollination is facilitated by protandry, acting in conjunction with the explosive release of the stamens and pollen. In contrast, we report that in the three species of the genus Eplingiella we found individuals with either resupinate or non-resupinate fl owers, which represents a novel fl oral dimorphism. In these species of Eplingiella, the style occupies a position towards the posterior corolla lip and opposes the declinate stamens. Th us, in non-resupinate fl owers the pollinating bee receives pollen on its ventral side and makes contact with the style on its dorsal side, whereas in resupinate fl owers, the bee receives pollen on its dorsal side, and contacts the style on its ventral side. Both fl oral morphs seem to be required to achieve cross-pollination. In the two populations studied, each of the two morphs is present and in similar proportions, providing a novel means of promoting cross-pollination and reducing selfi ng. Th e situation in Eplingiella is compared to some other examples of fl oral polymorphism, but appears to be a unique pollination strategy, here termed Resupinate Dimorphy.
ABSTRACT A produção de acerola pode aumentar consideravelmente, quando suas flores são visitadas ... more ABSTRACT A produção de acerola pode aumentar consideravelmente, quando suas flores são visitadas por abelhas. Este estudo objetivou determinar o grau de dependência da aceroleira cultivar Olivier, em relação à polinização entomófila, bem como conhecer seus polinizadores potenciais, por meio de análise das características florais e do comportamento da entomofauna visitante. Os insetos mais frequentes foram: Centris (Centris) varia (43,9 %), Centris (Centris) decolorata (17,4 %), Centris (Centris) flavifrons (15,6 %), Epicharis (Epicharana) flava (7,6 %), Centris (Centris) nitens (5,9 %), Centris (Hemisiella) tarsata (4,9 %), Tetragonisca angustula (2,5 %) e Trigona spinipes (2,3 %). Foi observado que as abelhas dos gêneros Centris e Epicharis coletaram óleo, enquanto as T. angustula coletaram pólen e as T. spinipes cortaram as flores. A frutificação foi maior quando as flores estavam abertas à polinização (27 % de frutos gerados), seguida de polinização manual cruzada (11 %) e polinização restrita (1 %). Não houve formação de frutos por meio de autopolinização. A cultivar Oliver demonstrou alta dependência da polinização entomófila, sendo que abelhas Centris e E. flava podem realizar tal serviço eficientemente.
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Here, we describe a new species of genus Bombus Latreille, 1802 from northeastern Brazil... more Abstract Here, we describe a new species of genus Bombus Latreille, 1802 from northeastern Brazil, Bombus (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. Molecular analysis was initially performed to confirm the new species placement within the genus Bombus. Afterward, we performed an integrative approach combining molecular data (DNA barcoding and two nuclear regions) and morphology to confirm its taxonomic status. The genetic and morphological data were very consistent and congruent supporting this group as a new species. B. (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. has the body totally covered by black pilosity and can be distinguished from closer and/or sympatric species by clypeus shape, which has a distinct flattened dorsal platform, by length of malar area and the length and shape of the hairs, shorter and aligned as if it was trimmed. In addition, brief taxonomic notes on Bombus (Thoracobombus) brevivillus Franklin (1913) and Bombus (Thoracobombus) morio Swederus (1787), the sympatric species, are provided. A key for identification of Brazilian Bombus species, including the new species, was elaborated.
Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes
forming “... more Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes forming “male sleeping aggregations”. Here we report the first record of “dense” male sleeping aggregation of two different genera of Eucerini bees observed in Bahia, Brazil. We discuss the possible aim of this kind of aggregation as well the plant utilized on aggregate.
Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes forming “... more Males of some groups of bees have to find a place outside the nests to sleep, sometimes forming “male sleeping aggregations”. Here we report the first record of “dense” male sleeping aggregation of two different genera of Eucerini bees observed in Bahia, Brazil. We discuss the possible aim of this kind of aggregation as well the plant utilized on aggregate.
This note reports for the first time a "male sleeping aggregation" of the solitary bee Oxaea aust... more This note reports for the first time a "male sleeping aggregation" of the solitary bee Oxaea austera Gerstaecker, 1867 (Hymenoptera, Apoidea, Oxaeinae) found near the town of Iaçú, Bahia, in Northeastern Brazil. This is also the first record of a species of Oxaea for the caatinga ecosystem.
The present study intended to verify which factors (phylogenetic relationship or local ecological... more The present study intended to verify which factors (phylogenetic relationship or local ecological conditions) would determine how Frieseomelitta bees use floral resources. The data obtained in the literature on biocenotic studies of Apoidea visiting flowers in Brazil were analyzed, with identification and quantification of floral resources used by Frieseomelitta species in different areas. The phenogram of similarity on use of resources among Frieseomelitta species was compared to the phylogenetic hypothesis proposed for the group. Among the eight Frieseomelitta species registered in 19 studies, F. doederleini (Friese), F. francoi (Moure), F. languida Moure, F. varia (Lepeletier) e Frieseomelitta sp. nov., were collected using resources from 36 plant families. F. doederleini, F. languida e F. varia centralized their activity in Caesalpiniaceae, Malpighiaceae e Anacardiaceae. The similarities and disparities found among areas and Frieseomelitta species reflected the similarities and differences of the vegetation composition in each area. Frieseomelitta bees presented a forage pattern similar to that one presented by other highly social bees, visiting flowers of many plant species, but concentrating their activities in few plant species. Despite the low phylogenetic relationship between F. languida and F. doederleini, they showed a high similarity on the use of floral resource, while F. varia e F. languida, species with high phylogenetic relationship, showed low similarity in the use of resource. Although the data obtained are not conclusive, it indicates that phylogenetic restrictions do not influence the pattern of use of floral resource by Frieseomelitta bees.
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Here, we describe a new species of genus Bombus Latreille, 1802 from northeastern Brazil, Bombus (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. Molecular analysis was initially performed to confirm the new species placement within the genus Bombus. Afterward, we performed an integrative approach combining molecular data (DNA barcoding and two nuclear regions) and morphology to confirm its taxonomic status. The genetic and morphological data were very consistent and congruent supporting this group as a new species. B. (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. has the body totally covered by black pilosity and can be distinguished from closer and/or sympatric species by clypeus shape, which has a distinct flattened dorsal platform, by length of malar area and the length and shape of the hairs, shorter and aligned as if it was trimmed. In addition, brief taxonomic notes on Bombus (Thoracobombus) brevivillus Franklin (1913) and Bombus (Thoracobombus) morio Swederus (1787), the sympatric species, are provided. A key for identification of Brazilian Bombus species, including the new species, was elaborated.
forming “male sleeping aggregations”. Here we report the first record of “dense” male
sleeping aggregation of two different genera of Eucerini bees observed in Bahia, Brazil.
We discuss the possible aim of this kind of aggregation as well the plant utilized on
aggregate.
Here, we describe a new species of genus Bombus Latreille, 1802 from northeastern Brazil, Bombus (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. Molecular analysis was initially performed to confirm the new species placement within the genus Bombus. Afterward, we performed an integrative approach combining molecular data (DNA barcoding and two nuclear regions) and morphology to confirm its taxonomic status. The genetic and morphological data were very consistent and congruent supporting this group as a new species. B. (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Françoso & Arias, sp. nov. has the body totally covered by black pilosity and can be distinguished from closer and/or sympatric species by clypeus shape, which has a distinct flattened dorsal platform, by length of malar area and the length and shape of the hairs, shorter and aligned as if it was trimmed. In addition, brief taxonomic notes on Bombus (Thoracobombus) brevivillus Franklin (1913) and Bombus (Thoracobombus) morio Swederus (1787), the sympatric species, are provided. A key for identification of Brazilian Bombus species, including the new species, was elaborated.
forming “male sleeping aggregations”. Here we report the first record of “dense” male
sleeping aggregation of two different genera of Eucerini bees observed in Bahia, Brazil.
We discuss the possible aim of this kind of aggregation as well the plant utilized on
aggregate.