työmehiläiset

Työmehiläiset, also known as worker bees, are a crucial component of honeybee colonies. They are sterile female bees that perform the majority of the work within the hive. Their primary roles include foraging for nectar and pollen, which are essential for the production of honey and bee bread. Worker bees also play a vital role in the construction and maintenance of the hive, building combs and repairing the hive structure. Additionally, they care for the brood, which includes the queen and the developing larvae, by fanning the eggs and larvae to regulate their temperature and by feeding them royal jelly. Worker bees are also responsible for cleaning the hive and removing dead bees. Their lifespan is relatively short, typically lasting only a few weeks to a few months, depending on the time of year and the health of the colony. Despite their short lives, worker bees are indispensable to the survival and reproduction of the honeybee colony.