carbonaria are located near the top tree trunks that are 1.5 m in diameter, and are predominantly found in trees that are well insulated. Members of T. carbonaria also create the largest honey and pollen pots compared to the other species of the genus Tetragonula, which may help with efficient food storage.

Where do Tetragonula bees live?

The Tetragonula and Austroplebeia Stingless Bees belong to the family Apidae. They are found in warm areas in northern and eastern Australia. They do not occur in the Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, South Australia or Tasmania (more details).

Where are stingless bees found?

Stingless bees inhabit the northern parts of Australia, although on the east coast they reach a bit further south than Sydney. They also occur in other tropical parts of the world. The Australian species are much smaller than European honey bees. They are generally black in colour.