Dasyhesma depressa is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and the subfamily Euryglossinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 2004 by Australian entomologist Elizabeth Exley.
Etymology The specific epithet depressa refers to the 'pressed down' appearance of the middle of the face.
Description Measurements of female specimens are: body length 8.0 mm, wing length 5.0 mm. Head and mesosoma are black and shiny; the metasoma is yellow-orange with black markings.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in the Mid West region of Western Australia. The type locality is Red Bluff in Kalbarri National Park.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores.
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