Ocorrência de abelhas nativas na área urbana de Realeza (PR)

Abstract

Native stingless bees are essential for maintaining the biotic integrity of the ecosystem and stabilizing forest fragments. In this context, the study proposal focuses on the survey of native stingless bee species in the urban area of Realeza (PR), based on the location of nests and the use of bait devices. The survey of native stingless bee species was carried out by installing bait and inspecting backyards to locate nests by active search. 23 nests were recorded, five of which were of the species Scaptotrigona depilis (Canudo) and 18 of Tetragonisca angustula angustula (Jataí), in addition to foraging activity of other species such as Scaptotrigona bipunctata (tubuna), Apis mellifera (European), Plebeia sp (mirins). It is assumed that the occurrence of these species occurred due to their ease of nesting in urban environments, while other species have greater difficulty. There are still few studies on bee nesting in urban areas, and how it can contribute to the conservation of these pollinators.