Braunsapis plumosa
| Braunsapis plumosa | |
|---|---|
| Female | |
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Arthropoda |
| Class: | Insecta |
| Order: | Hymenoptera |
| Family: | Apidae |
| Genus: | Braunsapis |
| Species: | B. plumosa
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| Binomial name | |
| Braunsapis plumosa | |
Braunsapis plumosa 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 plumosa is an anatomical reference, derived from Latin plumosus (‘feathered’).[1]
Description
Body length is 5.0–6.25 mm.[1]
Distribution and habitat
The species occurs in the Top End of the Northern Territory. The type locality is 46 km south-south-west of Borroloola. It has also been recorded from Kakadu National Park.[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 [105]. Retrieved 2026-01-28.
- ^ a b c d "Species Braunsapis plumosa Reyes, 1993". Australian Faunal Directory. Dept of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Australia. 2026. Retrieved 2026-01-28.