How Do The Bees Share Out All The Different Jobs In A Hive?
When a bee is born it’s first job is to clean out the cell in which she was born. Jobs are then allocated on the basis of age. Duties of Worker Bees 1-2 days – Cleans cells and keeps the brood warm 3-5 days – Feeds older larvae 6-11 days – Feeds youngest larvae 12-17 days – Produces wax, Builds comb, Carries food, Undertaker duties 18-21 days – Guards the hive entrance 22+ days – Flying from hive begins, Pollinates plants, Collects pollen, nectar and water.
