Some pollinators have unique behaviors and adaptations for collecting nectar from "summary" of The Forgotten Pollinators by Stephen L. Buchmann,Gary Paul Nabhan
Certain pollinators have developed specialized behaviors and adaptations to efficiently collect nectar from flowers. These unique characteristics play a crucial role in the pollination process, ensuring the survival of both the pollinators and the plants they visit.
For example, the long tongue of a hummingbird allows it to reach deep into tubular flowers to access nectar that other pollinators may not be able to reach. This adaptation enables hummingbirds to efficiently collect nectar while also inadvertently transferring pollen from flower to flower as they feed.
Similarly, bees possess specialized mouthparts that enable them to gather nectar from a wide variety of flower shapes and sizes. Their fuzzy bodies also aid in pollen collecti...
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