Honey Bee

Widely distributed globally, honey bees create their nests (hives) in various protected locations, including tree cavities, old logs, rock crevices, human-made structures, and in managed apiaries (beehives). They forage in areas with abundant flowering plants, such as gardens, meadows, forests, and agricultural fields.

Nectar (for energy) and pollen (for protein and other nutrients) from flowering plants. Bees also produce and store honey as a food source.

Honey bees are social insects living in large colonies (hives) led by a queen. Workers forage for nectar and pollen, communicate hive needs through 'waggle dances,' and maintain the hive. They are most active during warm, sunny days.

Benefits: Honey bees are crucial pollinators for a vast number of crops and wild plants, essential for ecosystems and food production. They also produce honey, beeswax, propolis, and royal jelly. Risks: Their stings can be painful and cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, ranging from mild local swelling to severe anaphylaxis (which can be life-threatening).