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Are bees nests called hives

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15y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

Yes.

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Why are bees nests called hives?

Bee nests are called hives because the term "hive" specifically refers to a structure or dwelling where bees live and store honey. The word has roots in Old English, where it denoted a place for bees. Hives can be natural, like those found in tree trunks or caves, or artificial, as in human-made beekeeping structures. This terminology emphasizes both the communal living of the bees and their role in honey production.


Where hornet live?

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Do honey bees make hives in the ground?

No, honey bees typically make hives above ground in structures like trees, caves, or man-made beehives. Ground-dwelling bees like mining bees or sweat bees may create nests underground, but honey bees do not.


What should you do if bees form a hive in your tree?

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What is intraspecific interactions with bees?

Intraspecific interactions with bees is called beekeeping. Beekeepers are called apiarists and the box where the bees are kept are called apiaries or hives.


Bees are kept in?

A hive, and a collection of hives is called an apiary.


Where do domesticated bees live?

In a hive. A group of hives is called an apiary.


Why do some bees and wasps have nests underground?

Your statement implied in this sentence is not true. Hornets and bees may choose to nest on the ground or in a tree. Hornets more commonly prefer the ground, where the opposite holds for bees.


What would you keep in an apiary?

honey bees (apis mellifera) are kept in hives in an apiary.


What kind of hives do bumble bees live in?

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