Note 1 — CHAP. XII. OBSERVATIONS ON THOSE INSECTS THAT LIVE IN REPUBLICS.

We have, at all times, admired the structure of the combs of bees: the angles of the cells have been measured by skilful geometricians; but we are yet ignorant of the manner in which these industrious insects construct them. My father, after assiduous researches, has at length discovered the secret of their architecture, and will, ere long, present to the public a very extensive memoir upon this subject.—A. I need scarcely add, that this memoir has been since published, and contains much interesting information on the subject; indeed, it is very generally known in this country, and merits the highest commendation.—T.