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What is the main difference between a nest and a hive?
What is the internal structure of a honey bee nest called?
Which species are the main ones kept in hives for honey production?
What purpose do beehives serve besides honey production?
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Why are hives commonly transported in America?
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Study Notes
Nest vs Hive
- A nest refers to a natural or artificial structure where a colony of bees lives, whereas a hive is a man-made structure designed for beekeeping.
Internal Structure of a Honey Bee Nest
- The internal structure of a honey bee nest is called a brood nest.
Main Species Kept for Honey Production
- Western honey bees (Apis mellifera) and Eastern honey bees (Apis cerana) are the main species kept in hives for honey production.
Purpose of Beehives Besides Honey Production
- Beehives serve as a habitat for bees, provide a place for bees to store pollen and brood, and allow for the queen to lay eggs.
Transportation of Hives in America
- Hives are commonly transported in America to facilitate pollination of crops, particularly almonds and apples.
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Test your knowledge about beehives and honey bees with this quiz. Learn about the different structures where honey bee species live and raise their young, and the distinctions between natural nests and artificial hives.
