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 …

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 …

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 image …

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.

Some of these insect pollinators will be familiar (bees and butterflies), but you might be surprised by some of the others (flies, wasps, and beetles). Here we provide an overview of these five …

Nov 24, 2025 · Planting pollinator-friendly flowers such as lavender or sunflowers can help create safe spaces for them to pollinate. Limiting the use of pesticides, supporting local beekeepers, …

May 11, 2021 · What is a Pollinator? A pollinator is an insect or animal that moves pollen from the male anther of a flower to the female stigma of a flower (see flower parts here). Pollinators are …

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 …