Which of the following species of honey bee is reared in artificial hives
Or
Which one of the following insects produces honey

Options

A. Apis indica
B. Apis dorsata
C. Apis florea
D. None of these

Answer

A

Explanation

In India, Apis indica is reared in artificial hives because of its docile nature and amiable temperature. Apis indica is commonly found in foriest and plain regions of India. This species is very gentle in nature so can be domesticated easily. The production of honey is much less i.e., to `7` pound comb.