Meaning of the word "Italian bee" in English

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Italian bee

US /ɪˌtæl.jən ˈbiː/
UK /ɪˌtæl.jən ˈbiː/
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Noun

1.

a subspecies of the western honey bee (Apis mellifera ligustica) native to Italy, known for its gentle nature, prolific brood production, and good honey production

Example:
The beekeeper preferred the Italian bee for its calm temperament.
Colonies of Italian bees are known for their rapid spring development.
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