A pollinator is an animal that moves pollen from the male anther of a flower to the female stigma of a flower. [1] This helps to bring about fertilization of the ovules in the flower by the male …

Jun 13, 2025 · What is a pollinator? A pollinator is anything that helps move pollen from one part of a flower to another. This movement fertilizes a plant, helping make seeds, fruits, and new …

Jan 16, 2026 · Our 12-month calendar, featuring the stunning winning pollinator photos from our community-driven contest, is now available for pre-sale. Each month showcases a …

Pollinators visit flowers in search of food, mates, shelter and nest-building materials. The energy that powers pollinator growth, metamorphosis, flight and reproduction comes from sugars in …

Pollinators are the unsung heroes of our gardens, fields, and farms. Over 100,000 invertebrates—including bees, butterflies, beetles, moths, wasps, and flies—and more than a …

Read on to learn about some of the major types of pollinators and the “pollinator syndromes” (suites of flower traits) of the plants that depend on those pollinators.

May 24, 2020 · To further understand the importance of pollinators, we’ll uncover what a pollinator is, how it impacts our ecosystems and communities and take a closer look at the pollinators in …

Jun 18, 2025 · A pollinator is any agent – typically an animal but also including wind and water – that transfers pollen from the male part of a flower (stamen) to the female part (pistil), enabling …

Jun 18, 2025 · Pollinator species in the United States are in crisis based on broad-scale changes in land-use and climate. The USGS is working with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and …

Jul 10, 2025 · Pollinators visit flowers seeking nourishment, shelter, and nest-building materials (2). Some collect pollen on purpose while others bring it along by accident. Pollinators come in …