"Beekeeping Project Boosts Honey Bee Populations in Washington, D.C."

Honey bees have found a hospitable home in Washington, D.C., with hives located on rooftops, government facilities, embassies, and office buildings. Former President Barack Obama's national strategy to protect and promote honey bees has contributed to the rebound and stabilization of their population. Urban beekeepers and education efforts have helped raise awareness about the importance of bees and their role as pollinators. The project has also rehabilitated the image of bees, with more people wanting to nurture and take care of them.