next message in archive
no next message in thread
previous message in archive
previous message in thread
Index of Subjects
Index of Subjects Hi Flora, Chris, Anne & All, Apr 18, 2007 Flies of many kinds are sometimes abundant on flowers and presumably contribute to pollination. In this vein, having often seen _Pollenia rudis_ (Cluster Fly) working flowers I have been wondering if the "Pollen.." of Pollenia & Polleniini (the corresponding tribe) is an allusion to pollen feeding habits, efficiency as pollinators or just a coincidence. Yt, DW, Kentville Anne Mills wrote: > Wild Flora wrote: > >> Hi all, >> >> A writer contacted me with some questions about gardening for >> pollinators in Nova Scotia. One of her questions was What are some >> examples of pollinators in Nova Scotia? Before I answer her, I'd be >> eternally grateful if the members of this list would check me to make >> sure I am giving out accurate information. >> >> The first example that came to mind was ruby-throated hummingbirds. >> In addition to hummingbirds, almost any flying insect that visits >> flowers is going to be a pollinator. This would include but would by >> no means be limited to butterflies, moths, something like 150 species >> of bees including various bumblebees, some flies including ones that >> look like bees, and very tiny insects. >> >> Is that statement correct? >> >> Bats are not pollinators here in Nova Scotia--correct? Are any >> beetles pollinators here in Nova Scotia? >> >> Any other creatures I should mention? Anybody I put on the list who >> doesn't belong there? >> >> Thank you so much for any help you can give me. >> >> Flora >> > Yes, beetles are great pollinators as are mosquitoes.
next message in archive
no next message in thread
previous message in archive
previous message in thread
Index of Subjects