Andrena clarkella
Andrena clarkella is a uncommon solitary bee, often favouring sandy places such as heathland. They fly from March onwards and are one of the first species to appear in the Spring. This female was one of several found on Budby South Forest in late March 2011, excavating burrows in the soil along path edges.
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UK distribution of Andrena clarkella
 

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Updated September 2011

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