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What is the binomial nomiclature for a honey bee?
Apis mellifera mellifera -- Western/European honey beeApis mellifera cerana -- Oriental honey beeApis mellifera ligustica -- Italian honey beeApis mellifera iberiensis -- Spanish honey beeApis mellifera scutellata -- African honey bee
Which spices of honey bees give the best products?
There are three main species of honey bees that are commonly used for honey production: Apis mellifera (European honey bee), Apis cerana (Asian honey bee), and Apis dorsata (Giant honey bee). Among these species, Apis mellifera is the most popular for honey production due to its higher honey production capacity and gentler temperament.
How many chromosomes does a honey bee have?
A honey bee has 32 chromosomes. This includes 16 chromosomes from the queen bee and 16 chromosomes from the drone bee.
Did you know that honey is actually bee's vomit?
Yes, honey is made by bees regurgitating nectar and enzymes multiple times to create the final product. It may seem unappetizing, but honey is a nutritious and delicious sweetener enjoyed by many around the world.
Is honey bees faeces?
NO! Honey is made from nectar which is collected from flowers. It has been stored in a special nectar stomach, then regurgitated back at the hive. It has not passed through the bee's gut.
