Description of a nest of Euglossa heterosticta from Peru, with taxonomic notes (Hymenoptera: Apidae)

The nest of Euglossa (Euglossa) heterosticta Moure is described as the first aerial nest in the otherwise cavity-nesting purpurea-group. Associated adult males and females emerged from the nest permitting taxonomic notes to be provided for the heretofore unknown female of E. heterosticta