Which of the following is an Italian bee variety used for commercial honey production?

​​The correct answer is (b) A. mellifera
Explanation:

● Apis mellifera is the most common Italian bee used in apiculture.

● High honey yield and gentle behaviour.

● Suitable for large-scale commercial bee farming.
Information Booster:

● Native to Europe.

● High disease resistance.

● Better winter survival.

● Used under Mission Honey Bee in India.

● Supports pollination efficiency.
Additional Knowledge:

● A. cerana indica – Indian bee.

● A. dorsata – Wild rock bee.

● A. florae – Small Indian bee.