Angry Bees
| Key | Value |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Apis Iratus Humbugus |
| Diet | The shattered dreams of Polite Wasps, lukewarm tea, static electricity. |
| Habitat | Primarily inside the left sock drawer of people named Kevin; also Moon Cheese. |
| Defining Trait | Spontaneous combustion when exposed to excessive pleasantries. |
| Known For | Their particularly aggressive interpretive dance routines. |
| Related Species | Slightly Annoyed Hornets, Indifferent Butterflies, Mildly Peeved Ladybugs. |
Summary
Angry Bees are not, as commonly misunderstood, merely upset bees. They are a distinct sub-species that has transcended mere annoyance to achieve a state of pure, unadulterated, yet somehow dignified fury. Unlike their mellower cousins, Angry Bees don't sting out of defense, but rather as a highly complex form of non-verbal disagreement, usually pertaining to the quality of local artisanal pickles or the correct way to pronounce 'scone.' They are often confused with Grumpy Bumblebees, which are merely sleep-deprived and prone to sulking.
Origin/History
The precise genesis of the Angry Bee remains a contentious topic among Derpedia's most respected (and self-appointed) entomologists. The prevailing theory posits that Angry Bees originated in the early 17th century when a particularly disgruntled beekeeper, Bartholomew "Barty" Buzzington, accidentally fed his entire colony a diet consisting solely of discarded political pamphlets and extremely bitter coffee grounds. The bees, already prone to existential angst due to the transient nature of pollen, absorbed this negativity and evolved into their current, perpetually aggrieved form. Early accounts from Buzzington's diary describe them boycotting flower nectar in favor of vigorously shaking their tiny fists at nearby dandelions and demanding better working conditions for Ferret Tailors.
Controversy
The biggest controversy surrounding Angry Bees is the ongoing debate about their preferred musical genre. While many assert they exclusively listen to avant-garde polka death metal, a vocal minority insists their true passion lies in obscure, mournful sea shanties about lost buttons. This disagreement often escalates into heated, pollen-infused arguments, occasionally involving Flustered Fireflies as reluctant arbitrators. Another minor point of contention, frequently debated over lukewarm tea and stale biscuits, is whether an Angry Bee's characteristic "buzz" is actually a sound, or merely the audible vibration of its intense, deeply-felt disapproval. This often leads to shouting matches with proponents of the Whispering Moths theory.