Bees Tap Antennae
Age 11 · Biology
Honeybees in a hive touch antennae to share quick signals. The touch works only when the bees are very close together.
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- Touching antenna tips: the contact point between two hive mates.
- Antenna shaft: a bendable feeler with tiny hairs.
- Wax cell rim: the six-sided edge of a honeycomb chamber.
Examples
- Two friends tap shoulders to pass on a quick message.
- A cat touches noses with another cat to greet it.
Key takeaways
- Hive mates exchange information by tapping antennae.
- Antennae are sensitive feelers used for close-range contact.
Quiz: Bees Tap Antennae (Age 11)
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How do hive mates exchange information, according to the card?
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When does antenna touching work as a signal?
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What kind of feelers are antennae described as?
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