Two New Solitary Bee Species discovered in Arunachal’s Siang Valley

Researchers from the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), Bengaluru, discover 2 new species of rare solitary bees in the Siang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh. The discovery reports the identified species names and notes their known specimens and key traits of solitary bees.

New Solitary Bee Species in Siang Valley (Arunachal Pradesh):

Dimension	Key Details
Discovering organisation	The discovery is made by researchers from the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE), Bengaluru.
Location of discovery	The 2 new species are discovered in the Siang Valley of Arunachal Pradesh.
Species identified	The species identified comprise Elaphropoda triangulata and Habropoda adi.
Naming basis	Elaphropoda triangulata is named after triangular markings on its abdomen, and Habropoda adi is named in honour of the Adi indigenous community of Arunachal Pradesh.
Specimen status	Both species are currently known from only male specimen.
Ecological role	Solitary bees are vital pollinators, maintaining healthy ecosystems and supporting agriculture.
Distinct trait	Unlike honeybees, solitary bees do not live in colonies, and they usually nest alone.