Queen bee with worker bees
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Queen bee with worker bees
Queen bee with worker bees on a comb in a hive. The queen bee has been marked with a spot of paint (blue) to enable her to be identified. The colour enables the beekeeper to keep track of her age. Bees collect nectar from a wide range of flowering plants, bringing it back to their hive to store it and form honey. The honey is used as food by bee larva, and is also collected by beekeepers for human consumption. The most commonly domesticated bee is the common honey bee (Apis mellifera)
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate world of honey bees. In this image, a queen bee reigns supreme amidst her loyal worker bees on a comb within their bustling hive. To distinguish her from the rest, the queen has been marked with a small spot of blue paint, allowing beekeepers to easily identify and track her age. Bees are remarkable creatures that tirelessly collect nectar from an array of vibrant flowering plants. Returning to their hive, they store this precious substance and transform it into golden honey. This sweet delicacy serves as both nourishment for young bee larvae and a delectable treat for humans when harvested by skilled beekeepers. The common honey bee (Apis mellifera) takes center stage in apiculture practices worldwide due to its domestication-friendly nature. Within the confines of apiaries nestled in serene countryside landscapes, these diligent insects thrive under careful cultivation. Every detail in this photograph is meticulously captured, showcasing the industrious workers crawling across the honeycomb structure. The labeled queen stands out amongst her devoted subjects as she oversees their tireless efforts towards honey production. As we marvel at this snapshot frozen in time, let us appreciate not only the beauty but also the vital role these buzzing creatures play in our ecosystem. Their symbiotic relationship with flowering plants ensures pollination while providing us with one of nature's most exquisite gifts – pure and natural honey.
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