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Red-backed Mining Bee

Andrena similis

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in virtually all terrestrial and freshwater habitats.

Distributed across Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Arthropoda (Arthropods)

Class

Insecta (Insects)

Order

Hymenoptera (Ants, Bees & Wasps)

Species

Andrena similis (Red-backed Mining Bee)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Red-backed Mining Bee?

The scientific name of Red-backed Mining Bee is Andrena similis. It belongs to the genus Andrena.

What is the conservation status of Red-backed Mining Bee?

Red-backed Mining Bee (Andrena similis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Red-backed Mining Bee live?

Red-backed Mining Bee is found in Distributed across Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Red-backed Mining Bee belong to?

Red-backed Mining Bee (Andrena similis) belongs to the genus Andrena, which is part of the taxonomic family Andrenidae.

Is Red-backed Mining Bee endangered?

Yes, Red-backed Mining Bee (Andrena similis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Red-backed Mining Bee belong to?

Red-backed Mining Bee (Andrena similis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Red-backed Mining Bee?

The closest relatives of Red-backed Mining Bee in the genus Andrena include Alfken's Mini-miner, andrena minitula, Andrenine Bee, Ashy Mining Bee, Barham Mini-miner.