Ctenocolletes fulvescens

Ctenocolletes fulvescens is a species of bee in the family Stenotritidae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1983 by Australian entomologist Terry Houston.

Etymology

The specific epithet fulvescens alludes to the bees’ metasomal pubescence.

Description

The body length of females is 18 mm.

Distribution and habitat

The species occurs in the central desert region of Western Australia, the range extending into the adjacent region of South Australia. The holotype was collected 20 miles north-east of Eucla. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Eucalyptus oleosa.

Behaviour

The adults are flying mellivores.