Lasioglossum (Homalictus) sp. (genus & subgenus)

Furrow Bee at Murrumbateman, NSW

Lasioglossum (Homalictus) sp. (genus & subgenus) at Murrumbateman, NSW - 21 Oct 2024
Lasioglossum (Homalictus) sp. (genus & subgenus) at Murrumbateman, NSW - 21 Oct 2024
Lasioglossum (Homalictus) sp. (genus & subgenus) at Murrumbateman, NSW - 21 Oct 2024
Lasioglossum (Homalictus) sp. (genus & subgenus) at Murrumbateman, NSW - 21 Oct 2024
Lasioglossum (Homalictus) sp. (genus & subgenus) at Murrumbateman, NSW - 21 Oct 2024
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3 comments

PeterA wrote:
   22 Oct 2024
Simone, you can see the scopa under the abdomen, making it Homalictus. Probably L. punctatum with that bumpy thorax but can't be sure.
Michael?
   22 Oct 2024
I agree. The fourth picture shows the scopa clearly and the colour of the abdomen with the greenish thorax strongly suggests punctatum.
SimoneC wrote:
   22 Oct 2024
Thanks Peter & Michael

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  • Feeding on nectar or pollen Insect behaviour on flower
  • True Pollinator Insect on Flower

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