Melitta schmiedeknechti (Hymenoptera Apoidea, Melittidae), a new species for the fauna of Italy
- Authors: Flaminio S.; Cilia G.; Vella A.; Quaranta M.; Lo Verde G.
- Publication year: 2023
- Type: Articolo in rivista
- OA Link: http://hdl.handle.net/10447/615693
Abstract
Melitta schmiedeknechti Friese 1899 is reported for the first time in Italy. The species was collected in two different localities, mainland Sicily and Lampedusa, expanding its known range. Localities and flora visited are reported and, in addition, barcoding of two specimens was carried out.