Xylocopa dejeanii, commonly known as Dejean's carpenter bee, is a large and robust insect belonging to the family Apidae. It is predominantly found in the tropical regions of Central and South America. This species is known for its striking metallic blue or greenish-blue coloration, which distinguishes it from other carpenter bee species. Xylocopa dejeanii is a solitary bee that nests in wood, often creating tunnels in dead or decaying trees.