Six-legged friends

Of the 1,600 species of wild bees native to Australia, about 14 are stingless. As these species are harmless to humans, they are an increasingly attractive addition to the suburban backyard. The bees produce only a small amount of honey, but pollinate crops and bushland during their search for nectar and pollen.

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