Braunsapis anthracina is a species of bee in the family Apidae and the tribe Allodapini. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1993 by Filipino entomologist Stephen Reyes.
Etymology The specific epithet anthracina is derived from Latin anthracinus (‘coal-black’), with reference to colouration.
Description Body length is 4.25–5.2 mm. The overall body colour is black.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in the tropical Kimberley region of northern Western Australia. The type locality is Martins Well in the West Kimberley.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores.
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