Hymenoptera
is a diverse order of insects that contains wasps, bees, and sawflies. Many species are parasitic on other insects and are important in biological control of pests. Several groups have evolved complex social behavior, particularly in the bees and ants.
Honey bee queens normally mate with multiple drones to ensure a genetically diverse colony. Depending on the color of the parents, this diversity may be visible in the varying hues of the worker force.
Urbana, Illinois, USA
Honey bee queens normally mate with multiple drones to ensure a genetically diverse colony. Depending on the color of the parents, this diversity may be visible in the varying hues of the worker force.
Urbana, Illinois, USA
Canon EOS 7D |
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Current: 800x534 |
