Re: the labor of the bees?

[glevy@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

> Lisa:  Well, thanks for thinking of me, and I have addressed it a
> bit, following your comment.  But I'm curious Jerry, why bees?  What
> do they do that looks more like "labor" than other species?  Or I
> guess the question is what is your definition of "labor"?
> Curious,
> Lisa

Dear Curious Lisa:

Bees were chosen at random, in part, because it is obvious that there is
a "social organization" and a "division of labor". To be sure, the
"labor" of bees is different from the labor of humans. Obviously, the
question of instinct and genetics play a significant role in the "labor" of
bees. I have no doubt, though, that you are more familiar with bees than
I am and I expect a forthcoming 10K lecture on bees.

Jerry


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