Why are Africanized Honey Bees (AHBs) called “killer” bees?
Africanized Honey Bees (AHBs) have received a great deal of notoriety because they defend their hives (or colonies) so diligently. Many more bees come to the defense of the honey bee colony and they’re much more likely to sting, even with minimal or no provocation. Victims of attacks by Africanized Honey Bees (AHBs) could be stung hundreds of times. Away from the hive, notwithstanding, they’re no more aggressive than other bees or wasps. They won’t form large swarms and hunt for you.
