Genus Nomia (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of bee; some are important pollinators of legumes.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Nomia is a genus of sweat bees that are often metallic green or blue in color and are known for their distinctive habits.
- The genus Nomia is composed of over 130 species of bees that are found in a wide range of habitats around the world.
- Some species within the genus Nomia are important pollinators of legumes, including beans and peas.
- Bees in the genus Nomia are typically small to medium-sized and have a distinctive rounded abdomen.
- The genus Nomia is part of the family Halictidae, which is a large and diverse group of bees that are commonly known as sweat bees.