Meaning of the word "Africanized honey bee" in English
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Africanized honey bee
US /ˌæf.rɪ.kə.naɪzd ˈhʌn.i biː/
UK /ˌæf.rɪ.kə.naɪzd ˈhʌn.i biː/
Noun
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a hybrid bee (Apis mellifera scutellata × Apis mellifera) that is aggressive and has spread throughout the Americas, known for its strong defensive behavior
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The beekeeper had to take special precautions when dealing with the Africanized honey bee.
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The spread of the Africanized honey bee has impacted local ecosystems.
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