Braunsapis falcata
| Braunsapis falcata | |
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| Female, lateral view | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hymenoptera |
| Family: | Apidae |
| Genus: | Braunsapis |
| Species: | B. falcata
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| Binomial name | |
| Braunsapis falcata | |
Braunsapis falcata is a species of bee in the family Apidae and the tribe Allodapini. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1993 by Filipino entomologist Stephen Reyes.[1][2]
Etymology
The specific epithet falcata is an anatomical reference derived from Latin falcatus (‘curved like a sickle’).[1]
Description
Body length is 4.5–6.0 mm.[1]
Distribution and habitat
The species occurs in northern Australia, the range extending from the Kimberley region, across the Top End into Queensland. The type locality is Derby, Western Australia.[2][1]
Behaviour
The adults are flying mellivores.[2]
References
- ^ a b c d e Reyes, SG (1993). "Revision of the bee genus Braunsapis in the Australian region (Hymenoptera: Xylocopinae: Allodapini)". University of Kansas Science Bulletin. 55 (3): 97–121 [113]. Retrieved 2026-01-26.
- ^ a b c d "Species Braunsapis falcata Reyes, 1993". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2026. Retrieved 2026-01-27.