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The number of bees in a hive varies through the year. At the end of winter there will probably be around 10,000 bees, but in mid-summer there could be around 60,000 bees.

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Is there only one queen bee in a hive, or can there be multiple queen bees present?

In a hive, there can be multiple queen bees present, but usually only one queen bee will dominate and lay eggs.


How are queen bee clones created and what role do they play in the hive's hierarchy?

Queen bee clones are created through a process called "supersedure," where worker bees select a larva and feed it royal jelly to develop into a new queen. These queen bee clones play a crucial role in the hive's hierarchy as they are the only fertile female bees responsible for laying eggs and maintaining the colony's population. They are the leaders of the hive and are essential for its survival and reproduction.


What are the differences between a male honey bee and a female honey bee?

Male honey bees, known as drones, are larger than female honey bees, which are worker bees. Drones do not have stingers and their main role is to mate with the queen bee. Female worker bees are smaller, have stingers, and perform tasks such as collecting nectar, making honey, and caring for the hive.


What shape are the cells in a bee hive and how do they contribute to the overall structure and function of the hive?

The cells in a bee hive are hexagonal in shape. This shape allows for efficient use of space and optimal storage of honey, pollen, and eggs. The uniformity of the cells also helps in maintaining the structural integrity of the hive. The hexagonal shape of the cells allows bees to maximize storage capacity while minimizing the amount of wax needed to construct the hive.


What is the significance of a bee with a long abdomen in the context of their role in pollination and hive communication?

A bee with a long abdomen is significant in pollination because it allows them to reach deep into flowers for nectar and pollen. In hive communication, the length of the abdomen can affect how they perform waggle dances to communicate the location of food sources to other bees.