Some degree of protection from the elements is suggested. Blocks may be placed under shelter of some kind or partly inside an open horizontal drum or garbage can. A shallow water source should be available somewhere nearby such that bees may land and collect water. Nesting Biology of Anthophora abrupta. Norden, B.B. 1985.
Male bees sport black mustaches for picking up parsnip perfume.
Frison, T. 1923. Notes on the life history, parasites and inquiline associates of Anthophora abrupta Say, with some comparisons with the habits of certain other Anthophorinae. Agricultural Chemicals Manual North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service For assistance with a specific problem, contact your local North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service. Published by North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service Distributed in furtherance of the Acts of Congress of May 8 and June 30, 1914. Employment and program opportunities are offered to all people regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.