description Andrena nigroaenea Overview
Andrena nigroaenea, commonly known as the buffish mining bee, is a solitary bee species widely distributed across Europe. Emerging in the spring, females excavate nesting burrows in the ground, often in sandy soils or lawns. They are important pollinators for various fruit trees and are particularly frequent visitors to apple and pear blossoms. The bee is characterized by its dark brown or black appearance with a distinctive buff-haired thorax.
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What is the common name of Andrena nigroaenea?
Andrena nigroaenea is commonly called the buffish mining bee. It is a solitary bee species widely distributed across Europe.
Where does Andrena nigroaenea build its nest?
Females excavate nesting burrows in the ground. Sandy soils and lawns are typical nesting settings for this European mining bee.
When is the buffish mining bee active?
Andrena nigroaenea emerges in spring. Its activity coincides with the flowering period of several fruit trees across Europe.
What ecological role does Andrena nigroaenea play?
The buffish mining bee is an important pollinator. Its spring activity helps pollinate various fruit trees.
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