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Western Large-headed Bee

Ctenocolletes smaragdinus

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About

A metallic green bee endemic to Western Australia that belongs to the ancient family Stenotritidae. It nests in sandy soil and forages on native shrubs.

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Did You Know?

Its metallic green coloring is unusual for the Stenotritidae family, most of which are dull brown or black.