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'Honey bee' is the common name for any of several species of highly social bees for their honey-hoarding behavior and use as a domesticated species. The European honey bee important in modern agriculture and nature, providing pollination for many crops and wild plants. It native to Asia and the East and was introduced to America by early European colonists. the mid-1800s honey bees had widespread. Today, they are naturalized every continent except Antarctica. Honey can be easily reared, are to many climates and to conditions, and have a complex life. They are among the studied and best known insects.

"Honey Bee," Microsoft® Encarta® Encyclopedia 99.