Honey Bee
Scientific Name: Apis mellifera
Order & Family: Order Hymenoptera, Family Apidae
Size: 10 to 15 mm for workers; drones and queens are larger
Natural Habitat
Found globally in meadows, gardens, orchards, and woodlands, often in man-made hives or hollow tree cavities.
Diet & Feeding
Nectar and pollen from flowering plants.
Behavior Patterns
Eusocial insects living in complex colonies with a single queen, many female workers, and male drones; known for 'waggle dance' communication.
Risks & Benefits
Essential pollinators for ecosystems and agriculture; can sting if threatened, which may cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Identified on: 5/17/2026