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Cities rethink beekeeping as honeybee boom may strain wild bees

The rising popularity of urban beekeeping has raised concerns about honeybee well-being and the impact they might have on wild bee populations in cities.

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A collaborative effort has led to the development of the "Urban Bee Concept," a set of measures aimed at promoting coexistence between honeybees and wild bees in urban areas. The growing popularity of urban beekeeping has raised concerns about the potential strain on wild bee populations. This has prompted a collaborative study involving beekeepers, political stakeholders, and research institutions, including the Technical University of Munich. The Urban Bee Concept seeks to address these concerns by fostering a harmonious relationship between honeybees and wild bees in cities.

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