<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLemurs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n There is a population of specialist pollinators located in Madagascar that are the main pollinators of traveller’s trees. Lemurs are specialist pollinators for a number of reasons. The trees stand 12m high from the soil and the tree’s flowers are contained within a tough bract. But these ingenious pollinators have adapted to their environments perfectly. Using their long, narrow snouts they dive deep within the flower to extract the nectar within. Their furry snouts are perfect for the pollen to cling to. No other animal is strong enough to open the flower of the traveller tree so the lemur is responsible for the continued plant growth. There large size awards them the title of largest animal pollinators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What do pollinators do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n In short, pollination. All pollinators are responsible for spreading pollen amongst flowers and plants. Many species of plants can only reproduce via pollination by insects and rely on insects for pollination. This process occurs all across the world and is essential for crop production\/crop pollination. In many cases, fruits like avocado in Australia are artificially pollinated by large managed honey bee colonies driven around in large trucks. These essential pollination services ensure the commercial viability of some crops and in a lot of instances, pollination wouldn’t be possible without them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why are pollinators important?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Pollination by insects and other animals is responsible for approximately every third bite of our food. As pollen is carried flower to flower by beneficial insects and animals it aids in the successful pollination of crops and in the pollination of wild plants. Populations of animal pollinators will often live in a symbiotic manner with a population of plants. Animal pollinators are truly essential to our survival and without them, we would not exist. Researchers have dedicated vast swathes of research time to understanding the habits and behaviours of pollinators to ensure their continued survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What attracts pollinators?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Fragrant flowers and sugary flower nectar act as strong signals to effective animal pollinators. Plants such as colourful orchid species display telltale signs of signals designed to attract visits from species of pollinators. Orchids produce an energy-filled liquid called nectar. Animals use nectar as a precious resource to keep energy levels up while they spend a day foraging. This association with flowers and sweet rewards means that flowers have adapted a clever method of encouraging a flower visit. This synchronicity between animal and plant ensures are continued survival within the ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The most common locations to find pollinators are large swathes of wildflowers or agricultural land. This abundance of resources is perfect for pollinating visitors. Flowering plants are always a good location to hunt for a population of pollinators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What part of flowers attract pollinators?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n Many varieties of plants rely on types of animal pollinators to move pollen from the male anther to the female stigma. However, it is not the pollen that is so appealing to all of the types of insects and other pollination specialists. Bright colourful petals act as a tantalising lure for many species. The beautiful intricate flowers even have alluring properties unseen by the human eye. Bumblebees and honeybees are able to see in ultraviolet and unbeknownst to us, leaves and petals display clear landing strips encouraging a variety of guests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A plant’s second method of attracting animal pollinators is its sweet, energy-filled nectar. Bees, birds, bats and a variety of insect species all rely on this precious resource. Unlike honeybees, other efficient pollinators have no use for pollen and are purely focused on consuming the set nectar contained within the flower. Pollen from plants will often touch the visitor in question and pollen grains will be transported unknowingly by the guest. This backup, if you will, has ensured plants are able to reproduce and maintain the delicate ecosystem that supports animal pollinators habitats.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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