Lasioglossum coeruleum

(Robertson, 1893)

Deep-blue Sweat Bee

Lasioglossum coeruleum is a of sweat in the . It is commonly known as the Deep-blue Sweat Bee. The species was described by Robertson in 1893 and is native to North America.

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Pronunciation

How to pronounce Lasioglossum coeruleum: /ˌlæsiˈoʊˌɡlɒsəm kɪˈrʊliəm/

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Identification

The specific epithet 'coeruleum' (Latin for deep blue) suggests distinctive blue coloration, though detailed morphological descriptions are not available in the provided sources. As a member of Lasioglossum, it is likely a small to medium-sized , but distinguishing features from require specialist examination.

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Distribution

North America. Specific records include Vermont, United States. The is present in the broader North American region according to GBIF distribution data.

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Taxonomic Notes

The name is sometimes spelled 'caeruleum' in literature, though the original description by Robertson (1893) used 'coeruleum'. The iNaturalist platform lists 376 observations of this species.

Genus Context

Lasioglossum is the largest of , with more than 1,700 worldwide. Members of this genus are frequently captured in bowl trap surveys, often dominating collections due to their abundance and small size.