Lasioglossum macoupinense
This record describes Lasioglossum macoupinense (species). Recorded family: Halictidae. Recorded order: Hymenoptera.
Identification and Appearance
Lasioglossum macoupinense (Lasioglossum macoupinense) is a species in the family Halictidae, commonly known as sweat, furrow, nomiine, and short-faced bees, belonging to the order Hymenoptera (Ants, Bees, Wasps and Sawflies). It is classified within the subfamily Halictinae, tribe Halictini, superfamily Trigonaloidea. This species belongs to the genus Lasioglossum. Size: Female: Length 5.2-6.6 mm Male: Length 4.8-5.1 mm. Active during April to September..
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hymenoptera (Ants, Bees, Wasps and Sawflies)
- Superfamily
- Trigonaloidea
- Family
- Halictidae (Sweat, Furrow, Nomiine, and Short-faced Bees)
- Subfamily
- Halictinae
- Tribe
- Halictini
- Genus
- Lasioglossum
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
New Brunswick to Minnesota, south to Georgia and Alabama. Discover Life Map
Seasonal Activity
April to September.
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Lasioglossum (Hemihalictus) macoupinense (Robertson, 1895), non auct.
About Flies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hymenoptera, the group containing Lasioglossum macoupinense. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Hymenoptera includes over 150,000 described species of ants, bees, wasps, and sawflies. Earth harbors approximately 20 quadrillion (20×10^15) ants, with a combined biomass of ~12 megatons of dry carbon - exceeding the combined biomass of all wild birds and mammals (PNAS, 2022).
Ecological role of the group
About 35% of the world's food crops depend on animal pollinators. The chocolate industry, valued at over $100 billion, depends on pollinating flies and midges. Ants are the dominant soil engineers in most terrestrial ecosystems, turning more soil than earthworms in many habitats.
Economic and practical significance of the group
Pollinators contribute $235-577 billion worth of annual global food production (FAO). In the U.S., bee pollination alone benefits crops valued at $18 billion annually, and honey bees are responsible for $5.4 billion in agricultural productivity. Between April 2023-2024, 55.1% of managed honey bee colonies were lost. The U.S. bee population dropped from 5 million to 2.5 million.
Recorded sources for this group: FAO, USDA, EPA, PNAS (2022), US Fish & Wildlife Service. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lasioglossum macoupinense
What is Lasioglossum macoupinense?
Lasioglossum macoupinense is a species in the family Halictidae, within the order Hymenoptera.
How big is Lasioglossum macoupinense?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Female | Length 5.2-6.6 mm |
| Male | Length 4.8-5.1 mm |
Where is Lasioglossum macoupinense found?
Range: New Brunswick to Minnesota, south to Georgia and Alabama. Discover Life Map
When is Lasioglossum macoupinense active?
Lasioglossum macoupinense: seasonal activity - April to September..