It might be a bit strange to think that there are so many bees in Paris. It's a big city, with lots of concrete buildings and very few fields of plants. However, bees are actually doing very well in Paris! They might even be doing better here in the city than on farms in the countryside. That's because farmers use pesticides to keep bugs away from the vegetables they grow. Pesticides are chemicals that hurt insects and other creatures that get near plants. They can also hurt helpful insects like bees. So, in Paris, where nobody grows vegetables, bees can buzz around without worry. Here in Paris, they are free to visit the gardens with all the beautiful flowers.
The fate of bees is still a big problem around the world. Bees are dying at a very fast rate. Bees are a key part of our ecosystem. Without bees, many plants will not be able to grow and spread. We won't have many kinds of fruits or vegetables. So, it's very important that beekeepers find safe places where bees can live.
Next time you see a bee, say thank you -- merci! They're doing their part in making our world a beautiful place.
