Hylaeus fijiensis, or Hylaeus (Meghylaeus) fijiensis, is a species of bee in the family Colletidae and subfamily Hylaeinae. It is endemic to Australia. It was described by British-American entomologist Theodore Dru Alison Cockerell in 1909.
Etymology The specific epithet fijiensis is derived from the holotype being mistakenly labelled as coming from Fiji.
Description Female body length is 14.5 mm. Integumental colouration is mainly black, with yellow markings and steel blue abdomen.
Distribution and habitat The species occurs in south-eastern Australia. Type localities include Raymond Island, Victoria.
Behaviour The adults are flying mellivores.
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