A New Species of Dialictus from Sombrero Island, Anguilla (Hymenoptera, Halictidae)
2011
A New Species of Dialictus from Sombrero Island, Anguilla
Sample size: 11
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Michael S. Engel
Primary Institution: University of Kansas
Hypothesis
The purpose of the present contribution is to provide a name for a new species of halictine bee on Sombrero Island, Anguilla.
Conclusion
A new species of halictine bee, Lasioglossum (Dialictus) sombrerense, has been described from Sombrero Island.
Supporting Evidence
- A new species of Lasioglossum was identified and described.
- The species was collected from Sombrero Island, Anguilla.
- The new species is named Lasioglossum (Dialictus) sombrerense.
Takeaway
Scientists found a new type of bee on Sombrero Island and gave it a special name.
Methodology
The species was described based on morphological characteristics observed in collected specimens.
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