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 gametes from …

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 plants. Some …

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 nectar, and …

Jan 28, 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 breathtaking …

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.

Here we provide an overview of these five main groups of insect pollinators—including their life cycles, habitat requirements, and conservation needs. For further reading, check out our page about …

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 others to …

Jun 24, 2021 · What is a pollinator? A pollinator can be a bee, beetle, ant, wasp, butterfly, moth, hummingbird, bat or even a small mammal. These creatures assist a vital life stage for all flowering …

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 our own …

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 …