Tawny Mining Bee
Andrena fulva
The adult is a solitary spring bee found in gardens, parks, orchards, and sandy banks where females dig individual nest tunnels. It feeds on nectar and collects pollen from early flowers such as willows, fruit blossom, dandelions, and buttercups. Females excavate branching burrows and provision each brood cell alone, while males patrol low over the ground searching for mates. Despite its bright fox-red hair, it is generally non-aggressive and females sting only if seriously handled.
- Type
- Burrow / Venom
- Conservation status
- LC
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- Tawny Mining Bee