description Augochlora leptoloba Overview
Augochlora leptoloba is a Neotropical species of metallic sweat bee first described by Vachal in 1911 and recognized by its distinctively slender lobes.
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What kind of bee is Augochlora leptoloba?
Augochlora leptoloba is a Neotropical metallic sweat bee. It belongs to the genus Augochlora.
Who first described Augochlora leptoloba?
The species was first described by Vachal in 1911. It is recognized by its distinctively slender lobes.
Where is Augochlora leptoloba found?
It is a Neotropical species, meaning it occurs in the tropical and subtropical parts of the Americas. The supplied record identifies it as a metallic sweat bee rather than a honey bee.
Why is Augochlora leptoloba called a sweat bee?
It belongs to the sweat-bee group, a name used for several bees in the family Halictidae. Augochlora leptoloba is also noted for its metallic appearance and slender lobes.
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