Western Honey Bee

Gardens, meadows, woodlands, and orchards where flowering plants are present; they reside in managed hives or wild cavities such as hollow trees.

Nectar and pollen collected from a wide variety of flowering plants.

Highly social insects living in complex colonies. They exhibit a division of labor with a queen, drones, and worker bees who forage, build wax combs, and protect the hive. Known for their 'waggle dance' communication.

Essential pollinators for ecosystem health and commercial agriculture. They produce honey and wax. Although generally non-aggressive, they can sting if they feel the hive or themselves are threatened; stings can cause serious allergic reactions in some individuals.