In the reference, you will find the English names for the various parts of a bee, along with vocabulary examples. You can explore each list of parts of a bee through clear pictures and descriptions, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.
Contents
Parts of a Bee Vocabulary in English
- Forewing
- Compound eye
- Mandibles
- Head
- Thorax
- Tongue
- Foreleg
- Middle leg
- Hindleg
- Spiracle
- Abdomen
- Hindwing
- Antenna
Bee Parts Names with Examples
Learn these bee body parts names to increase your vocabulary words about animal anatomy in English.
Forewing
The forewing of a bee is typically larger than its hindwing.
Compound eye
The compound eye of a bee consists of many small lenses, allowing it to see in multiple directions at once.
Mandibles
The mandibles of a bee are used for biting and shaping materials as in reptiles.
Head
The head of a bee contains its antennae, compound eyes, and mandibles used for collecting nectar and building their hive.
Thorax
The thorax of a bee contains the muscles that power its wings, allowing it to fly from flower to flower.
Tongue
The tongue of a bee, also known as a proboscis, is a long, straw-like structure used for collecting nectar from flowers.
Foreleg
The forelegs of bees are equipped with specialized structures for collecting and transporting pollen.
Middle leg
The middle leg of a bee is used for grooming and carrying pollen.
Hindleg
The hindlegs of bees are equipped with specialized structures for collecting and transporting pollen.
Spiracle
The spiracles on a bee’s abdomen are used for respiration.
Abdomen
The abdomen of a bee contains the digestive and reproductive organs.
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