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Honeybee (Western)

Apis mellifera

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About

The western honeybee is a social insect known for its role in pollination and honey production. They live in large colonies with a complex social structure including a queen, workers, and drones. Honeybees are essential pollinators for many crops and wild plants.

Habitat

Forests, meadows, and agricultural areas worldwide

Diet

Nectar and pollen from flowers

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Fun Facts

Honeybees communicate the location of food sources using a 'waggle dance'.
A single honeybee produces about 1/12 teaspoon of honey in its lifetime.
Honey never spoils - archaeologists have found edible honey in ancient Egyptian tombs.

Conservation

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