While the fact that pollination directly influences the quantity and quality of the fruit is hardly news, Celis’ team ...

Pollinators are animals that help to transport pollen from one location to another in the plant reproduction process. Pollination is crucial to our well-being and to the survival of ecosystems.

1. Quantifying the benefits of pollinator abundance and diversity for plant reproduction is a critical challenge, especially given recent pollinator declines. Many studies test for pollen limitation ...

If you’ve paid any attention to the news in recent years, you probably know there’s a lot of concern about the decline in pollinator populations. Loss of habitat, overuse of pesticides and other ...

When it comes to research on habitats for pollinating insects, villages have so far received relatively little attention. The project Summende Dörfer (Buzzing Villages), based at the Chair of Animal ...

FRAMINGHAM — Dr. Robert Gegear, an associate professor of biology at UMass Dartmouth, will give a talk Tuesday at the Framingham Public Library (main branch) about restoring native plants and ...

Turning your garden into a haven for local wildlife doesn’t just enhance its beauty it also supports biodiversity and creates a lively, natural ecosystem. Perennials are a fantastic addition since ...

Want a gorgeous, vibrant, and natural-looking yard that draws all kinds of amazing native insects? Follow our tips. Native flowering plants are adapted to the climate and conditions in your area and ...