description Andrena trimmerana Overview
Andrena trimmerana, known as Trimmer's mining bee, is a solitary bee species in the family Andrenidae. It has a western Palearctic distribution and is recorded in Britain and Ireland, where it is difficult to distinguish from the closely related Andrena scotica. The species produces spring and summer broods, and females can be identified by reddish coloring on the sides of the first abdominal segment and on the basal sternites.
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What is Andrena trimmerana called in English?
Andrena trimmerana is commonly known as Trimmer's mining bee. It is a solitary bee in the family Andrenidae.
Where is Andrena trimmerana found?
The species has a western Palearctic distribution and is recorded in Britain and Ireland. Its range therefore extends beyond a single local British habitat.
Is Andrena trimmerana easy to identify?
No. It can be difficult to distinguish from the closely related Andrena scotica, so identification may require careful examination of bee features.
Does Andrena trimmerana live in colonies like honeybees?
No. Andrena trimmerana is a solitary bee, meaning it does not form a honeybee-style social colony. It belongs to the mining-bee group within Andrenidae.
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