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Which one of the following species of the honey bee is an Italian species?


A

Apis dorsata

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B

Apis florae

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C

Apis cerana indica

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D

Apis mellifera

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Solution

The correct option is D

Apis mellifera


The correct option is D.

Explanation of correct option:

  1. Apiculture is the scientific method of rearing honeybees.
  2. Apis mellifera is also referred to as the Italian bees.
  3. These species are reared because of the high amount of honey production.

Explanation of incorrect option:

Option A

Apis dorsata is a giant honey bee and shows defence strategies.

Option B

Apis florea is a dwarf honey bee and shows defensive mechanisms.

Option C

Apis cerana indica is an Indian honey bee and is ideal for beekeeping.

Final answer: Apis mellifera are species of honey bees is an Italian species.


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