Physics · Apiculture and Bee Farming

For commercial beekeeping (apiculture), why is the Italian bee variety (Apis mellifera) widely preferred over native Indian wild varieties?

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1They build nests only on high buildings and cliffs, avoiding artificial farms.
2They require frequent relocation of hives to produce high-quality honeycomb.
3They have high honey collection capacity, a gentle nature, and stay in the beehive for longer periods.✓
4They have aggressive defence traits that scare away natural predators.

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They have high honey collection capacity, a gentle nature, and stay in the beehive for longer periods.

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