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North Carolina Symbols Part IV

State Insect, Honey Bee - Designated by General Assembly in 1973 Honey Bee became North Carolinas official State Insect. This hard working creature is responsible for the annual honey production worth more then $2,000,000 in the state. Not a native species, the honey bee was brought to North America by settlers from Europe. Honey, which bees produce to feed the colony, is a natural sweetener. In the process of gathering nectar to make honey, bees pollinate seed-bearing plants that provide us with food and with fiber for clothing. Pollination is biggest Honey Bee's contribution to North Carolina crops.

Did you know that: The honey bee has been proclaimed the official state insect in 16 states?

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Posted Wednesday Jul 16

I did not know that about 16 states. Thanks for the post and the info

( 07/16/08 07:17AM ) — Sherry Clayton

I knew the honey bee was our state insect but was unaware it was for 16 states. Very interesting post. Thanks for the info

( 07/16/08 11:13AM ) — John Walters

Not many people realize how important these insects are for food production.  I will have to see what it is in Louisiana.  Probably the mosquito.

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