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Xylocopa violacea Back to gallery

Male - the orange apical antennal segments are clearly visible. Photo: John Barber
 

Male

Photo: David Element

 

Female

Photo: David Element

 

Male - note the orange pre-apical antennal segments, which are a distinguishing character for male X violacea.

Photo: Nigel Jones