Question
Question: The exotic variety of honey bee grown in Europe is...
The exotic variety of honey bee grown in Europe is
Solution
Species: It is a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals that are capable of exchanging genes.
The species is the smallest unit in hierarchy classification.
For example:
Humans = Homo sapiens
Moose = Alces laces
Black bears = Ursus americans
Complete answer:
In order to solve this question we need to know more about species.
Species: A species is a group of organisms that can reproduce and give rise to a new offspring.
There are various types of species that are classified into different types of groups.
1. Endangered species: An endangered species is a type of species that is very close to becoming extinct in the near future.
Endangered species may be at high risk due to factors such as habitat loss, poaching and invasive species. .
2. Vulnerable species: A vulnerable species is a type species which are likely to become endangered unless the circumstances are threatening its survival and reproduction.
Vulnerability is mainly caused by habitat loss or destruction of the species home.
3. Exotic species: Exotic species are indigenous and found naturally in an environment, animals and plant species introduced from other countries and which are not otherwise found locally are termed exotic.
Exotic species can adversely affect the ecosystem.
Exotic species of honey bee grown in India is Apis cerena inidica, Apis cerana indica.
Exotic species of honey bee found in Europe is Apis mellifera.
They produce honey 8-10 Kg per colony per year.
So, the correct answer is Apis mellifera.
Note:
Lifespan is the period from birth to death.
Lifespan of honey bees is 122-152 days.
Lifespan of a parrot is 140 years.
Small parrots, such as lovebirds, hanging parrots, and budgies, have shorter lifespan up to 15–20 years.
Major Mitchell's cockatoo is the oldest living parrot.