Euhesma sulcata, or Euhesma (Euhesma) sulcata, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and the subfamily Euryglossinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1998 by Australian entomologist Elizabeth Exley.
Etymology The specific epithet sulcata is an anatomical Latin reference to the median furrow on the clypeus.
Description Body length of the female is 6.5 mm, wing length 4.5 mm; that of the male is body length 5.5 mm, wing length 4.2 mm. Colouration is mainly black, brown and yellow.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in Western Australia. The type locality is 136 km north-north-east of Meekatharra, in the Mid West region.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Eremophila species.
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