Pollination Study: 110 Plant Species Surveyed—68 Depend on Bees, 49 on Butterflies, 21 Shared

Mon, 04 May 2026 07:06:24 +0000

Pollination Study Reveals Stunning Insights: 110 Plant Species Surveyed—68 Depend on Bees, 49 on Butterflies, 21 Shared A groundbreaking pollination study has just shed new light on the intricate relationships between flowering plants and their pollinators, uncovering critical data on how 110 plant species rely on insects for reproduction. The research, which surveyed a diverse array of ecosystems, reveals fascinating patterns in pollinator dependence—offering valuable insights for conservation, agriculture, and climate resilience. ### What Did the Pollination Survey Reveal? In one of the most comprehensive surveys conducted to date, scientists identified that 68 out of the 110 plant species studied are bees-dependent pollination hosts, while 49 species rely primarily on butterflies. Remarkably, 21 plant species depend on both bees and butterflies—highlighting a key overlap that enhances reproductive success across pollinator groups.