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Xylocopa philippinensis Smith
This is the Yellow-banded Carpenter Bee, Xylocopa philippinensis Smith. They are large carpenter bees endemic to the Philippines and are distinguishable from other carpenter bees by having 2 yellow bands across the hind thorax and first abdominal segment. The wings shine an iridescent dark rosy purple.
Spotted on May 17, 2020
Submitted on May 17, 2020
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