Question: Scientific name of the Dammer bee is:
Options:
Apis dorsata
Melipona irridipennis
Apis mellifera
Apis indica
✅ Explanation: The Dammer bee is indeed scientifically known as Melipona irridipennis. It's a stingless bee species native to India and is known for producing a unique type of honey called Dammer honey.
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-Option A: Apis dorsata is the giant honey bee.
-Option C: Apis mellifera is the western honey bee, the most common honey bee species worldwide.
-Option D: Apis indica was previously considered a separate species