There are several kinds of mason or orchard bees. They are of the order Hymenoptera, suborder Apocrita, superfamily Apoidea and family Megachilidae. They are very important in the spring pollination of orchard trees, particularly apples and peaches.

Three differences between Orchard Mason Bees and Honeybees are:

1. Honeybees are more aggessive.

2. Orchard Mason Bees live in mud holes while Honeybees live in hives.

3. Orchard Mason Bees sting less frequently than Honeybees.

The picture above is that of a mason bee.

Do you mean Red Mason Bee? The scientific name is Osmia Rufa.

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