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Rock Bee: Facts, Life Span, Defence Strategies

All you need to know about this honey producer

Text by: Andre Moris Design by: Diviya Mehra

Updated May 20, 2026

Text by: Andre Moris Design by: Diviya Mehra

Updated May 20, 2026

1 min read

All you need to know about this honey producer

Infographic on rock bees, excellent pollinators and honey producers

What is the rock bee's scientific name?

Apis dorsata

What is the rock bee also known as?

Giant honey bee

How big is the rock bee's comb?

150 cm in length and 70 cm in height

About the Authors

André Morris

André Morris

runs an outdoor adventure and education company (www.outboundadventure.com). He happily spends both his work life and leisure time in forests and mountains.

Diviya Mehra

Diviya Mehra

is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.