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European honey bee — printable fact sheet
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European honey bee
Apis mellifera
The European honey bee is a highly social insect renowned for its critical role in pollination and honey production. Originating in Europe, Asia, and Africa, this species has been introduced worldwide due to its agricultural importance. European honey bees live in large colonies…
Did you know?
- A single honey bee visits up to 5,000 flowers in one day while foraging for nectar and pollen.
- European honey bees can recognize human faces, and a single colony can produce up to 100 pounds of honey in a year. Their wax is used to build intricate hexagonal honeycombs, which maximize storage efficiency.
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