description Andrena chrysosceles Overview
Andrena chrysosceles is a solitary mining bee in the family Andrenidae. It is a spring-flying species recorded in Europe, where females collect pollen on conspicuous golden-orange hairs on the hind legs and carry it to nests excavated in soil. Like other Andrena, it does not form a perennial colony with a queen and workers; adults emerge for a limited seasonal flight period.
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What is Andrena chrysosceles?
Andrena chrysosceles is a solitary mining bee in the family Andrenidae. It is a spring-flying European species whose females excavate nests in soil.
How does the female Andrena chrysosceles carry pollen?
Females collect pollen on conspicuous golden-orange hairs on their hind legs. They carry that pollen back to their soil nests as food for developing offspring.
Does Andrena chrysosceles live in a hive?
No, it is a solitary bee rather than a hive-forming social species. Individual females excavate and provision their own nests in the ground.
When is Andrena chrysosceles active?
It is recorded as a spring-flying species in Europe. Its seasonal activity is linked to the availability of early flowers that provide pollen.
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