Eulaema cingulata

Eulaema cingulata is a large-bodied black and orange corbiculate bee in the genus Eulaema. It is characterized by its size and flashy orange segments of its metastoma. Unlike other Eulaema, E. cingulata has white markings on its face. Specifically, T1 andT3 are black while T2 and T4 through T7 are cream or slightly orange in color. These bees are easily mistaken for bumblebees (Bombus spp.). However, they are actually members of the Euglossini, or orchid bees.

Distribution


E. cingulata can be found in the neotropics, extending its range from Mexico to Brazil. They can occur at elevations as high as 2500 m and persist in anthropogenically disturbed habitats.