Braunsapis hyalina is a species of bee in the family Apidae and the tribe Allodapini. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1993 by Filipino entomologist Stephen Reyes.
Etymology The specific epithet hyalina is an anatomical reference, derived from Latin hyalinus (‘transparent’), to some of the tergal hair.
Description Body length is 3.25–5.4 mm.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in Queensland. The type locality is Georgetown. Other known localities include Mount Isa and Toowoomba.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores.
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