Tag Archives: Hairy-footed flower bee

Hairy-Footed Flower Bees

Posted on March 25, 2020 by Frogend_dweller

This is a photo of a bee having a good guzzle from a red deadnettle.  The bee looks particularly furry and indeed it is, but what is most impressive is the length of the hairs  … on its legs. Especially … Continue reading →

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Wildlife roundup for April – My, what a long tongue you have!

Posted on May 2, 2018 by Frogend_dweller

All the better to … reach the nectar. Take a look at the length of this tongue for instance: This is the Hairy-footed flower bee (Anthophora plumipes) and is a new bee to me this spring. That is not quite … Continue reading →

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Wildlife Wednesday – Riding the thermals

Posted on April 5, 2017 by Frogend_dweller

A lot is happening in the skies this month. The rooks behind our house are established in their nests now and are hanging out in the tree tops, calling loudly across the countryside at seemingly all hours. These shouts are … Continue reading →

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