Danny Pena and Maura, two Park Slope residents, have installed a hive of 12,000 honey bees on a Brooklyn rooftop, part of a rising trend in urban beekeeping in New York City. The movement has seen a significant increase since beekeeping was legalized in 2010, with a 500% rise in registered hives. Maura began her beekeeping journey after discovering space on her balcony, later completing an apprenticeship to deepen her knowledge. Their efforts highlight the importance of supporting pollinators and biodiversity in urban environments.
Since 2010, when New York City legalized beekeeping, the number of registered beehives has surged by more than 500%, showcasing a growing urban beekeeping movement.
Beekeepers Danny Pena and Maura embarked on a journey to support pollinators while bringing their new hive of 12,000 honey bees back to Brooklyn for installation.
Maura's beekeeping journey began in 2014, inspired by her brother's suggestion that her balcony could accommodate a beehive, leading to her participation in an apprenticeship.
Urban beekeepers like Pena and Maura play a crucial role in supporting biodiversity in New York City, tending to rooftops and balconies filled with pollinators.
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