Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata

1 Golden-Green Carpenter Bee at Acton, ACT

Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 17 Nov 2020
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 17 Nov 2020
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 17 Nov 2020
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 17 Nov 2020
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 17 Nov 2020
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Identification history

Xylocopa aeratus 18 Nov 2020 michael.batley
Xylocopa aeratus 18 Nov 2020 TimL

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The images show the wing wear pattern that can be used to identify individual bees. Given sufficient sightings, this can provide information about the numbers and distribution of this rare species. Thanks to Marcus Leach for the initial sighting.

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Sighting information

  • 1 Abundance
  • 17 Nov 2020 12:43 PM Recorded on
  • TimL Recorded by
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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Male Gender

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