Bees construct honeycomb using wax that they secrete from special glands on their abdomens. Here’s a breakdown of the process: 1. Wax Production: Worker bees, typically around 10–20 days old, have glands that produce small flakes of wax. They consume honey to fuel this wax production. 2. Wax Flake Manipulation: Once the wax flakes are secreted, bees use their mandibles (mouthparts) to chew and soften them. This soft, pliable wax is what they use to build the comb. 3. Hexagonal Cells Formation: B