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Potter Flower Bee

Anthophora retusa

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (حيوانات)

Phylum

Arthropoda (مفصليات الأرجل)

Class

Insecta (حشرات)

Order

Hymenoptera (غشائيات الأجنحة)

Species

Anthophora retusa (Potter Flower Bee)

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Green-eyed Flower Bee

Anthophora bimaculata

Not Evaluated

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Hairy-footed Flower Bee

Anthophora plumipes

Least Concern

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Fork-tailed Flower Bee

Anthophora furcata

Least Concern

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Four-banded Flower Bee

Anthophora quadrimaculata

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Potter Flower Bee?

The scientific name of Potter Flower Bee is Anthophora retusa. It belongs to the genus Anthophora.

What is the conservation status of Potter Flower Bee?

Potter Flower Bee (Anthophora retusa) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Potter Flower Bee live?

Potter Flower Bee is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, and Sweden. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Sweden.

What family does Potter Flower Bee belong to?

Potter Flower Bee (Anthophora retusa) belongs to the genus Anthophora, which is part of the taxonomic family Apidae.

What kingdom does Potter Flower Bee belong to?

Potter Flower Bee (Anthophora retusa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (حيوانات).

What are the closest relatives of Potter Flower Bee?

The closest relatives of Potter Flower Bee in the genus Anthophora include Green-eyed Flower Bee, Hairy-footed Flower Bee, Fork-tailed Flower Bee, Four-banded Flower Bee.