* Nesting Sites:
* They choose sunny, well-drained areas like:
* Sandy banks
* Clay soil
* Open ground in meadows
* Edges of paths and roads
* Even lawns!
* Burrows:
* They create branching tunnels in the ground.
* Each tunnel leads to individual cells where they store pollen and lay their eggs.
* Diversity:
* Different species have different preferences. Some prefer specific soil types, while others are more adaptable.
* Some even nest in abandoned rodent burrows or pre-existing cavities.
They are not social bees like honeybees, so they don't live in colonies. Each female bee digs her own burrow and raises her young independently.
Interesting Fact: Mining bees are important pollinators and play a crucial role in supporting plant life.