Amegilla albiclypeata


Amegilla albiclypeata or Amegilla albiclypeata is a species of digger bee. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2020 by entomologist Remko Leys.

Etymology

The specific epithet albiclypeata refers to the white markings on the faces of the bees.

Description

The body length is 14–15 mm, forewing length 9–10 mm, head width 5 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in Western Australia in the vicinity of Shark Bay and Kalbarri. The holotype was collected along Useless Loop Road.

Behaviour

Flowering plants visited by the bees include Calothamnus formosus and Calothamnus blepharospermus.