Exploitation of Strobilanthes ixiocephala (Acanthaceae) flower buds by bees

Authors

  • Priyanka A Ambavane
  • Nikhil P More
  • Renee M. Borges Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.26786/1920-7603(2020)619

Abstract

Floral larceny by bees has been studied mostly in open flowers although it is also experienced in buds. Until now, only few studies have recorded larceny of unopened flowers. In this study, we present behavioural observations of Apis and non-Apis bees exploiting Strobilanthes ixiocephala (Acanthaceae) buds for floral rewards. The bees pierce open the anterior end of the unopened buds to access pollen and nectar.

Author Biography

Renee M. Borges, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

Professor, Centre for Ecological Sciences

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Published

2021-01-08

How to Cite

Ambavane, P. A., More, N. P., & Borges, R. M. (2021). Exploitation of Strobilanthes ixiocephala (Acanthaceae) flower buds by bees. Journal of Pollination Ecology, 26. https://doi.org/10.26786/1920-7603(2020)619

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Short Communications