Euhesma symmetra, or Euhesma (Euhesma) symmetra, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and the subfamily Euryglossinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1998 by Australian entomologist Elizabeth Exley.
Etymology The specific epithet symmetra (Latin: 'similar') refers to the similarity of this species to Euhesma nalbarra.
Description Body length of the female is 6.8 mm, wing length 4.0 mm. Colouration is mainly black, brown and yellow.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in Western Australia. The type locality is 21 km east of Meekatharra, in the Mid West region.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores. Flowering plants visited by the bees include Eremophila species.
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