A bee has five eyes in total: two large compound eyes located on the sides of its head and three smaller simple eyes called ocelli arranged in a triangular pattern on the top of its head
- The two compound eyes are made up of thousands of tiny lenses and help the bee see shapes, colors, and movement, which is essential for identifying flowers and navigating the environment
- The three ocelli eyes are simpler, each with a single lens, and they do not form images but help detect light intensity and the direction of the sun, aiding in navigation
This unique five-eye configuration allows bees to efficiently find flowers, navigate using sunlight, and avoid predators
