Insect populations are declining due to loss of native plant species from "summary" of Bringing Nature Home by Douglas W. Tallamy
The connection between insect populations and native plant species is a fundamental one. Insects have co-evolved with plants over millions of years, forming intricate relationships that are essential for the survival of both. These relationships are finely tuned and highly specialized, with each insect species often relying on a specific plant species for food, shelter, and reproduction. When native plant species are lost, insect populations suffer. Without their preferred food sources, insects are unable to thrive and reproduce, leading to declines in their numbers. This, in turn, has ripple effects throughout the ecosystem, impacting other species that depend on insects for food. The decline of insect populations can have far-reaching consequences for the health of ecosystems. Many birds, for example, rely on insects as a primary food source, especially during the breeding season when they need to fe...
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