The Honey Bee (Apis mellifera) is a tiny but noisy insect, instantly recognisable by the sound it makes.
What sound does a Honey Bee make? A Honey Bee makes a busy, humming buzz. Press the play button above to hear a real Honey Bee buzz and listen to exactly how it sounds.
A bee’s buzz comes from beating its wings over two hundred times every second. Listening closely is a lovely way to get to know the Honey Bee and tell it apart from other insects.
Insects make sound to attract mates and mark their presence. For the Honey Bee, these sounds are an important part of daily life.
Tap play to listen to the Honey Bee, then explore more animal sounds in our free library. Whether you are a curious child, a parent, or a teacher, it is a fun and easy way to learn how Honey Bees really sound.