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Magnolias are so ancient they’re pollinated by beetles — because bees didn’t exist yet
While modern trees like maples and ashes have switched to wind pollination — releasing clouds of pollen to be scattered at ...
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Not just bees and butterflies: Beetles and other brilliant bugs are nature's unsung pollinators
About 90% of flowering plants rely on animals to transfer their pollen and optimize reproduction, making pollination one of ...
'Don't worry, bee happy': Spring is here, and with it comes our most important pollinators
March in New England brings the earliest signs of spring. Plants that have been dormant all winter start to wake up and so do ...
10 Best Nasturtium Companion Plants for Controlling Garden Pests Naturally
Nasturtiums can also be used to suppress weeds and control pests on melon vines, but that’s not the only reason to try out ...
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Unsung Heroes: Insect Pollinators Vital for Ecosystems
The article highlights the role of various insects like flies, beetles, and wasps in pollination, which is crucial for the reproduction of flowering plants. Bees are well-known pollinators, but other ...
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Not just bees and butterflies: Beetles and other brilliant bugs are nature's unsung pollinators
About 90% of flowering plants rely on animals to transfer their pollen and optimize reproduction, making pollination one of nature's most important processes. Bees are usually the first insects to ...