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Xanthesma maculata

Xanthesma maculata, or Xanthesma (Xenohesma) maculata, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and the subfamily Euryglossinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1879 by English entomologist Frederick Smith.

Distribution and habitat

The type locality is Swan River, with other published localities including Northampton and Koorda, all in Western Australia.

Behaviour

The adults are flying mellivores.

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