The Official Kentucky State Insect

Honey Bee

The Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) is a fascinating species of flying insect that is recognized as the official state insect of Kentucky. Honey bees are social insects, which means that they live in large colonies where each bee has a specific role to play within the colony. Honey bees are also responsible for pollinating a wide variety of plants and flowers. They have a complex communication system that involves dancing and pheromones. The Honey Bee became the official state insect of Kentucky in 1976, when it was declared a living symbol of the state’s agricultural heritage. The Kentucky General Assembly chose the Honey Bee to recognize the significant role that bees and beekeeping have played in Kentucky’s economy and culture. Honey bees have been kept in Kentucky since the early 1800s and are still kept today by hobbyists and professional beekeepers. The Honey Bee is an important species and symbol of Kentucky, whose significance continues to be recognized and celebrated.

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