Colletes cunicularius

This rare species in Portugal has a black, bandless and hairy abdomen, which contrasts with the chest covered in brown hair. The males are smaller and paler than the females.

WHERE TO FIND IT AT AROUCA GEOPARK

Flying Season February - March

Dimension Width: 9.5 - 11 mm

Habitat Slopes, in areas of scrub.

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

Colletes cunicularius ©Avelino Vieira

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