A solitary bee species native to Europe, characterized by dense hair coverage and specialized flower-visiting behavior in the Apidae family.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in temperate regions, preferring gardens, meadows, woodland edges, and urban green spaces with abundant flowering plants across continental Europe.
Ecological Role
Critical pollinator for wildflowers, fruit trees, and agricultural crops, contributing to biodiversity and ecosystem maintenance through complex plant-pollinator interactions.
Morphology
SKIN COATThick, plumose hair covering in varied brown and grey tones, providing thermal regulation and camouflage
LIMBS WINGSStrong flight muscles, specialized legs with dense hair for pollen collection, two pairs of membranous wings
HEAD SENSORYLarge compound eyes, sensitive antennae for detecting floral cues and environmental signals
BODY STRUCTUREMedium-sized bee, approximately 12-15 mm in length, robust build with dense hair covering
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Gilles San Martin from Namur, Belgium
