Braunsapis verticalis is a species of bee in the family Apidae and the tribe Allodapini. It is endemic to Australia. It was described in 1993 by Filipino entomologist Stephen Reyes.
Etymology The specific epithet verticalis is an anatomical reference to the carinated area on the vertex.
Description Body length is 5.8–7.0 mm.
Distribution and habitat In Australia the species occurs in the Top End of the Northern Territory. The type locality is Nourlangie Creek, 8 km north of Mount Cahill in Kakadu National Park.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores.
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