Lasioglossum (Parasphecodes) sp. (genus & subgenus)

Halictid bee at Gundaroo, NSW

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Identification history

Lasioglossum (Parasphecodes) sp. (genus & subgenus)	19 Nov 2018	michael.batley
Lipotriches sp. (genus)	19 Nov 2018	MichaelMulvaney
Unverified	29 Sep 2018	MaartjeSevenster

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michael.batley wrote:

20 Nov 2018

The very narrow white hair bands are at the front edge of the abdominal segments showing that this is a Lasioglossum species. Lipotriches have hair bands on the rear edge of their abdominal segments. Other indications are the red abdomen (the very few Lipotriches species with red abdomens are found in arid areas) and the relatively slender body. L. (Parasphecodes) species don't usually show hair bands, but when the abdomen is distended with nectar, very narrow white bands may be seen.

MichaelMulvaney wrote:

21 Nov 2018

Thanks Michael - the information and identification tips are much appreciated

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Sighting information

At least 1 Abundance
27 Oct 2016 07:56 AM Recorded on
MaartjeSevenster Recorded by
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Insects Bees (Hymenoptera, Apiformes) MaartjeSevenster Canberra & Southern Tablelands NatureMapr

Additional information

Bulbine glauca (planted) Associated plant
5mm to 12mm Animal size
Unknown Gender

Species information

Lasioglossum (Parasphecodes) sp. (genus & subgenus) Scientific name
Halictid bee Common name
Not Sensitive
Local native
Non-invasive or negligible
Up to 1718.2m Recorded at altitude
301 images trained Machine learning
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