Africanized bee (killer bee) Animal Pictures

Apis mellifera

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huge beehive
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Africanized bees willingly relocate their hives in response to stress or a lack of abundant food sources.

To feed their many larvae, Africanized bees harvest greater quantities of pollen and nectar than other honey bees, making them more prolific honey producers.

bees making honey
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To feed their many larvae, Africanized bees harvest greater quantities of pollen and nectar than other honey bees, making them more prolific honey producers.

africanized bee on flower

africanized bee
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To feed their many larvae, Africanized bees harvest greater quantities of pollen and nectar than other honey bees, making them more prolific honey producers.

Close Up of a large swarm of Africanized Bees on a Fence

Killer bees also known as Africanized bees
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Killer bees are responsible for many deaths across the US every year.