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Understanding the dynamics of a beehive reveals why there isn't a "king bee." The term "queen bee" can be misleading; she is the sole reproductive female, akin to a biological system rather than a ruler. While queen bees live for several years, worker bees and drones have much shorter lifespans due to their roles in maintaining the colony.

Drones exist solely to mate with queens from other hives, sacrificing themselves in the process. Worker bees are essential for foraging and hive maintenance. Together, these roles create an efficient living organism that thrives through democratic decision-making about nesting sites.

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