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Edwards' Digger Bee
Anthophora edwardsii
Apidae
Anthophora
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Description
Anthophora edwardsii has a mostly dark abdomen without bold hair bands. There can be a metallic bluish sheen to abdomen.
Nectar/
Pollen Plants
Most local Anthophora are generalists.
Habits
Nests are usually single-celled and 3-4 inches deep. Nests are made in early Spring, with an egg laid on a
pollen/nectar combination. Larvae hatch, feed and pupate in the Fall. Adults hatch in Fall and overwinter underground, and emerge the following Spring (males first). These Anthophora are often found in large, active aggregations along some of Mount Diablo State Park’s wide trails.
Season
Earlier Spring (starting
late-February/early March)
Size
Medium (8-15 mm)
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