Spring-ephemeral-pollinator

Guides

• Andrena erythronii

  Trout-lily Mining Bee, Trout Lily Bee, Trout-lily Andrena

  Andrena erythronii is a solitary mining bee native to eastern North America. It is strongly associated with trout lilies (Erythronium), earning its common name. Females measure 11–14 mm, males 9–11 mm. The species has been documented visiting additional spring ephemeral wildflowers and early-flowering trees and shrubs.

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