Table 2 in Integrative taxonomy identifies Lasioglossum fertoni (Vachal, 1895) and Lasioglossum discus (Smith, 1853) (Hymenoptera: Anthophila: Halictidae) as distinct species

Table 2. Determination table to morphologically separate specimens of Lasioglossum discus (Smith, 1853) and L. fertoni (Vachal, 1895). CharacterLasioglossum discusLasioglossum fertoniScutum punctation (♂ & ♀)Extremely sparse (interspace> 4–5 puncture diameters)Significantly denser (interspace <3 puncture diameter)T1 punctation (♂ & ♀)Variable on the margin, always sparse on the discDense on both the disc and the marginPropodeal sculpture (♂ & ♀)Long, parallel longitudinal carinae, smooth transition between basal and lateral fieldsMore angular ridges, distinct boundary between basal and lateral fieldsGenae (♀)Narrow, extensive punctation, glossier surfaceLongitudinal grooves with obliquely impressed puncturesPubescence near the sulcus (♀)Whitish-yellowLight reddish-yellowS7 shape (♂)Distinct from L. fertoni (Fig. 14A)Distinct from L. discus (Fig. 14B)