Hedgebe

/ˈhɛdʒbiː/ noun

Definition

A bee that nests or makes its home in hedges rather than in organized hives.

Etymology

Compound word from 'hedge' and 'bee,' combining the location (hedge) with the insect, describing where this solitary bee species establishes its nest.

Kelly Says

Most bees live in huge organized colonies, but hedge bees are solo artists who prefer the safety and shelter of thick bushes and hedgerows.

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