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18th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
A honey bee with poppy

A honey bee lands in one of many poppy flowers planted in a community garden to support local pollinators. Urban beekeeping is an increasingly popular practice for hobbyists, ecological activists, and even some seeking agricultural exemptions.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 03.2020
Date Uploaded: 11.2020
Photo Location: Houston, Texas, United States of America
Camera: NIKON Z 7
Copyright: © Jake Eshelman