Question

Arrhenotoky is seen in

• A. Lizards
• B. Honey bee
• C. Turkey
• D. All of these

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Honey bee

Arrhenotoky is also known as arrhenotokous parthenogenesis, is a form of parthenogenesis in which unfertilized eggs develop into males. Arrhenotoky occurs in members of the insect order Hymenoptera (bees, ants, and wasps) and the Thysanoptera (thrips). The system also occurs sporadically in some spider mites, Hemiptera, Coleoptera (bark beetles), and rotifers. Among the given options, honey bees produce males (Drones) by parthenogenesis(Arrhenotoky).