Question: North Carolina named its official state insect in 1973. Which busy pollinator earned the title?
Answer: North Carolina designated the honeybee (Apis mellifera) as its official state insect in 1973. This industrious pollinator has long supported the state’s agriculture by fertilizing key crops such as cotton, fruits, and vegetables while also producing honey and beeswax, making it a vital part of North Carolina’s economy and culture for centuries.
