Honey Bee

Natural Habitat

Found in a wide range of environments including gardens, woodlands, meadows, and agricultural areas, often near flowering plants. They nest in cavities like tree hollows or artificial hives.

Diet & Feeding

Primarily nectar and pollen from flowers. Nectar provides carbohydrates for energy, and pollen provides proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals for growth and development.

Behavior Patterns

Highly social insects living in large colonies. Known for their elaborate waggle dance to communicate food sources, honey production, and pollination of plants. They are active during the day, foraging for food.

Risks & Benefits

Benefits include essential pollination services for crops and wild plants, contributing significantly to biodiversity and food production. Honey, beeswax, and propolis are valuable products. Risks include stings which can be painful and cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, and potential competition with native pollinators in some areas.

Identified on: 9/12/2025