Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata

1 Golden-Green Carpenter Bee at Acton, ACT

Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 19 Nov 2021 11:26 AM
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 19 Nov 2021 11:26 AM
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 19 Nov 2021 11:26 AM
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 19 Nov 2021 11:26 AM
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata at Acton, ACT - 19 Nov 2021 11:26 AM
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Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata 20 Nov 2021 michael.batley
Xylocopa (Lestis) aerata 20 Nov 2021 TimL

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These are poor-quality images taken from a distance in windy conditions, showing the male feeding after the mating sequence shown in sightings 4408939 and 4408940. Thanks to Marcus Leach for help with the sighting.

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  • 12mm to 25mm Animal size
  • Male Gender

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