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Question
Answer the following question.
Beekeeping practice is a good income generating industry.
Write the different points to be kept in mind for successful beekeeping.
Write the scientific name of the most common Indian species used for the purpose.
Solution
The important points for successful bee keeping are as follows.
- Knowledge about the habits and nature of bees
- Selection of suitable location for placing beehives
- Catching and hiving of the group of bees
- Management of beehives during various seasons
The scientific name of the most common Indian species used for apiculture is Apis indica.
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