2007-04-27 01:59:41 · 6 answers · asked by colesey72 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Botany
The same reason we evolved the ability to swat... self defense. However, the community of bees is largely 'for the good of the group'... so a bee sting is a sacrificial offering to protect the colony.
I don't think in ALL cases, but I believe that's an accurate generalization.
2007-04-27 02:06:23 · answer #1 · answered by words_smith_4u 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wasps developed the ability to sting as a defense mechanism and wasps don't die after stinging, bees dies after stinging. Wasps get to sting you over and over again.
2007-04-27 02:22:53 · answer #2 · answered by Brian K² 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They didn't have to. Evolution is not a directed process. It did turn out to be an effective strategy. Sorry.
2007-04-27 02:05:05 · answer #3 · answered by novangelis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you just answered your question.
Have you ever tried to eat an acorn raw?
-Same answer.
2007-04-27 17:51:18 · answer #4 · answered by BotanyDave 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously, to protect themselves.
2007-04-27 02:05:03 · answer #5 · answered by Curiosity 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To annoy us of course ^-^
2007-04-27 04:03:23 · answer #6 · answered by hidden_within_a_nightmare 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋