Photo: Lymantria / CC BY 3.0
Anthophora furcata
Forked Flower Bee
A medium-sized hairy bee (12–14 mm) that is unique among central European Anthophora for nesting in dead wood rather than in the ground. The female has brownish hair on the thorax and a black abdomen with a white tail brush. It shows a strong preference for Lamiaceae flowers, especially woundworts (Stachys), and flies from May to September in forests, forest edges, and orchards. Swiss Red List: Least Concern (LC).
Species Facts
- Size
- 12–14 mm
- Flight Period
- May to September
- Nesting
- Wood
- Specialization
- Lamiaceae
- Abundance
- Uncommon
- Family
- Apidae
External Sources
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Data Source & Copyright
| Category | Source / Author | License |
|---|---|---|
| Photo | Lymantria | CC BY 3.0 |
| Taxonomy & Distribution | InfoFauna Switzerland | Public data |
| Global Distribution | GBIF | CC BY 4.0 |
Data Quality
High Quality Last audit: 2026-05-22
Completeness: 100%
✓Photo exists✓Traits consistent✓Description quality✓Red List referenced✓Attribution verified
Confidence: 83%
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