Xylocopa violacea, the violet Carpenter Bee

This wonderful violet carpenter bee payed the Snapdragons on my lil‘ loggia a visit. I‘m grateful that some Snapdragons survived the winter and have blossoms already. The plants are quite worn and will be replaced soon but they fulfill their duty as early offer for Bumblebees and Bees. See a small video in the comments.

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Alexander Hassmueller

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Posted one year ago, modified one year ago

Ferdy Christant

Lion

Very thoughtful to have flowering plants at this time of year when they need it the most. Posted one year ago
1. Alexander Hassmueller
  
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  Thank you so much Ferdy!
  It's worth it, because the reward is the many bees and bumblebees that are already visiting me, ehhr my flowers. Hehe! Posted one year ago

The Violet carpenter bee

"Xylocopa violacea", the violet carpenter bee, is the common European species of carpenter bee, and one of the largest bees in Europe. It is also native to Asia. Like most members of the genus "Xylocopa", it makes its nests in dead wood. It is not particularly aggressive, and will attack only if forced to.

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Similar species: Wasps, Bees, Sawflies And Ants

Species identified by Alexander Hassmueller