Anthophora plumipes, commonly known as the hairy-footed flower bee, is a species of solitary bee found in Europe and parts of Asia. It is characterized by its robust body, black coloration, and dense covering of yellowish hairs on its legs and thorax. These bees are important pollinators, particularly for plants in the Asteraceae family, and can often be seen foraging on a variety of flowers during the spring and summer months.