Anthophorula compactula
Cockerell, 1897
Anthophorula compactula is a small in the Apidae, tribe Exomalopsini. Described by Cockerell in 1897, it occurs in North America and Middle America. The Anthophorula comprises diminutive bees often associated with desert and arid environments. Specific ecological details for this species remain poorly documented.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Anthophorula compactula: /ænˌθoʊ.fəˈruː.lə kəmˈpæk.tjʊ.lə/
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Distribution
Recorded from North America and Middle America. GBIF distribution records indicate presence in both regions.
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Taxonomic Placement
Classified in tribe Exomalopsini, a group of small to medium-sized bees often characterized by reduced wing venation and association with xeric . The Anthophorula contains approximately 20-30 , primarily distributed in the Americas.