A Study on the Nesting Behaviour of Apis Florea in Different Habitats of the Kalaburagi Region
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Apis florea, nesting behavior, habitat types, urban ecosystems, agricultural landscapes, forest habitats, colony dynamics, honey production, predation, absconding rates, Karnataka, pollinator conservation, beekeeping practices, environmental factors, floral resourcesAbstract
This study investigated the nesting behavior of the dwarf honey bee Apis florea in different habitats of Kalaburagi region, Karnataka, India. Nest site selection, nest characteristics, and colony dynamics were examined across urban, agricultural, and forest habitats over a twoyear period. A total of 245 A
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