Which of the following is an Italian bee variety used for commercial honey…
2023
Which of the following is an Italian bee variety used for commercial honey production?
- A.
Apis cerana indica
- B.
A. mellifera
- C.
A. dorsata
- D.
A. florae
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Correct answer: B
The Italian bee used for large-scale commercial honey production is Apis mellifera, known for high honey yield and gentle behavior. The other species are Asian wild or indigenous bees.