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An integrative approach identifies a new species of bumblebee (Hymenoptera: Apidae: Bombini) from northeastern Brazil

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Author(s):
Francoso, Elaine [1] ; de Oliveira, Favizia Freitas [2] ; Arias, Maria Cristina [1]
Total Authors: 3
Affiliation:
[1] Univ Sao Paulo, Inst Biociencias, Rua Matao, 277 Sala 320, BR-05508090 Sao Paulo, SP - Brazil
[2] Univ Fed Bahia, Inst Biol, Rua Barao de Geremoabo S-N, BR-40170110 Salvador, BA - Brazil
Total Affiliations: 2
Document type: Journal article
Source: Apidologie; v. 47, n. 2, p. 171-185, MAR 2016.
Web of Science Citations: 4
Abstract

Here, we describe a new species of genus Bombus Latreille, 1802 from northeastern Brazil, Bombus (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Fran double dagger oso \& Arias, sp. nov. Molecular analysis was initially performed to confirm the new species placement within the genus Bombus. Afterward, we performed an integrative approach combining molecular data (DNA barcoding and two nuclear regions) and morphology to confirm its taxonomic status. The genetic and morphological data were very consistent and congruent supporting this group as a new species. B. (Thoracobombus) applanatus Oliveira, Fran double dagger oso \& Arias, sp. nov. has the body totally covered by black pilosity and can be distinguished from closer and/or sympatric species by clypeus shape, which has a distinct flattened dorsal platform, by length of malar area and the length and shape of the hairs, shorter and aligned as if it was trimmed. In addition, brief taxonomic notes on Bombus (Thoracobombus) brevivillus Franklin (1913) and Bombus (Thoracobombus) morio Swederus (1787), the sympatric species, are provided. A key for identification of Brazilian Bombus species, including the new species, was elaborated. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 10/20548-2 - Phylogeography of B. morio and B. pauloensis (Hymenoptera: Apidae)
Grantee:Elaine Aparecida Françoso
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate (Direct)
FAPESP's process: 13/03961-1 - Comparative phylogeography and conservation of Bombus morio e Bombus pauloensis (Hymenoptera: Apidae)
Grantee:Elaine Aparecida Françoso
Support Opportunities: Scholarships abroad - Research Internship - Doctorate (Direct)