Nest recognition and fidelityApis dorsata is better than many of its relatives at avoiding drifting, an event when bees return to the wrong colonies after foraging. Apis dorsata tends to form dense aggregations, contributing to the high nest fidelity and recognition amongst these bees.
Recognition of nests and reliability: Apis dorsata outperforms many of its kin in resisting drifting, a phenomenon where bees inadvertently return to the wrong hives after foraging. These bees often cluster together densely, which improves their nest's recognition and loyalty.