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Osmia - Journal of Hymenopterology - Revue d'Hyménopterologie - Biodiversity, Entomology, Hymenoptera, Hyménoptères
Published November 7, 2021 | Version v1
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First record of Xylocopa valga Gerstaecker, 1872 from the cold and arid conditions of Ladakh in India (Hymenoptera: Apidae: Xylocopini)

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  • 1. Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, India
  • 2. Independant

Description

The presence of Xylocopa valga is reported for the first time from the high altitudes of Union Territory of Ladakh (more than 3,000 m above sea level), India. Several bees were observed in the area from May 2019 to September 2020, where it is considered to be a pest because of its aptness for making nests in residential and commercial buildings. The species has likely expanded its geographical area due to environmental changes. It is important to disseminate knowledge among Ladakh people about this bee to ensure the preservation of its populations.

Premier signalement de Xylocopa valga Gerstaecker, 1972 dans les conditions froides et arides du Ladakh en Inde (Hymenoptera : Apidae : Xylocopini)

La présence de Xylocopa valga est reportée pour la première fois dans les territoires du Ladakh en Inde (plus de 3000 m d’altitude). Plusieurs individus ont été observés sur ce territoire entre mai 2019 et septembre 2020. L’espèce y est considérée comme nuisible par la population à cause de sa capacité à faire des nids dans les bâtiments commerciaux et résidentiels. Cette espèce a probablement étendu son aire de répartition à cause des changements environnementaux. Il apparaît important de communiquer autour de cette espèce auprès de la population de Ladakh pour préserver ses populations.

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