Nomada lathburiana

Length 7-9mm. Mainly with black and yellow bands except for tergite one which is extensively red. The male has a yellow face whereas the female has a red lower face. The male antennal segments have tiny protuberances on the hind face.

Most solitary bees and wasps are difficult to identify, and can rarely be identified from photos taken in the field.  All red-rated records should include a photo, or set of photos, showing the key characters, which may require the specimen. Please include a face shot, side, top and wings.  Note whether male or female, explain how the specimen met the key characters and the key used.  We will accept records identified by a recognised local or national expert, or that have been identified via the BWARS’ Facebook noting the name of the person/organisation identifying the record (e.g. ‘Stuart Roberts, BWARS Facebook’).

Around the nesting sites of its host Andrena cineraria.

Seen from April to June.

Nomada lathburiana was a Red Data Book species but seems to be fairly frequent, and increasing in numbers along with its host Andrena cineraria, suggesting that its status may be secure.

Now fairly frequent in Leicestershire and Rutland.