Apis Mellifera Scutellata (Noun)
Meaning
A strain of bees that originated in Brazil in the 1950s as a cross between an aggressive African bee and a honeybee; retains most of the traits of the African bee; now spread as far north as Texas.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Researchers warned that the apis mellifera scutellata, also known as killer bees, posed a threat to human safety with their extremely aggressive behavior.
- Following their accidental release in Brazil in 1957, the apis mellifera scutellata started spreading rapidly through the Americas.
- The apis mellifera scutellata population grew at an alarming rate and eventually made its way into the southern regions of North America.
- Studies suggest that the apis mellifera scutellata strain retains nearly all of its African bee ancestors' aggressive traits.
- It was reported that the apis mellifera scutellata has now invaded as far north as Texas, spreading fear among locals who are familiar with their deadly reputation.