Leafcutter bee (IMAGE) Cell Press Caption This photo shows a leafcutter bee (Megachile sp.), one of thousands of species of wild bee that are fundamental for reproduction of wild plants and crops. Credit Eduardo E. Zattara Usage Restrictions Credit required. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.