The main food source for bees is nectar, which they collect from flowering plants. Nectar is a sweet liquid produced by flowers, and it serves as an energy-rich food for bees. When bees gather nectar, they also inadvertently perform a crucial function in pollination, transferring pollen from one flower to another while they feed. This process helps in the reproduction of plants. In addition to nectar, bees also consume pollen, which provides them with essential proteins and nutrients. Both nectar and pollen are collected and stored in the hive, ensuring food availability for the colony, particularly during winter.