WAEC Animal Husbandry 2021 Question 25

Question 25

Farm Animals and Their Importance

Which of the following operations should be carried out to prevent honey bees from being excited during the harvesting of honey?

  1. A.Use of smoke around the hive
  2. B.Fumigation of the surrounding
  3. C.Use of appropriate overall suit
  4. D.Removal of the hive to a new location
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Use of smoke around the hive)

Explanation

Smoke calms bees and makes them less likely to sting.