Honeybees and Wasps: What’s the Difference?
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Published : Aug 16, 2022
Updated : Sep 30, 2023
They may belong to the same order, but there's a lot that sets them apart. Here's a quick guide
Text by: Saloni Sawant
Design by: Diviya Mehra
They may belong to the same order, but there's a lot that sets them apart. Here's a quick guide
Here are some interesting facts you will find in this explainer on honeybees and wasps.
Are honey bees and wasps related? Are bees and wasps from the same family? What is the difference between honeybees and wasps? Do honeybees sting? Do wasps sting? Is the wasp a type of bee? Do wasps produce honey?
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Saloni is a naturalist and an aspiring science communicator who is often spotted lazing on trees and trying to befriend stray cats.
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