Apis dorsata is used to refer to

The correct option is Rock bee.

In biological nomenclature, organisms are referred to by their scientific names, which consist of a genus name and a specific epithet. Honey bees belong to the genus Apis, and different species have specific common names based on their characteristics, habitats, and sizes:

1. Apis dorsata (Rock bee): This is a giant honey bee native to South and Southeast Asia. It is known as the "rock bee" because it builds large, open nests on high cliffs, tall trees, and sometimes building ledges.
2. Apis florea (Little bee): This is a small, wild honey bee species that builds single, small combs, usually in bushes or low branches.
3. Apis cerana indica (Indian bee): This is a medium-sized honey bee native to India and other parts of Asia, commonly used for apiculture.
4. Apis mellifera (European bee): Also known as the Western honey bee, it is the most common domesticated honey bee globally.

Therefore, Apis dorsata is the scientific name specifically used to refer to the Rock bee.