Pollination
수분
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<speciesfyi-glossary slug="pollination"></speciesfyi-glossary>Definition
The transfer of pollen from the male anther to the female stigma of a flower, enabling fertilization.
Detailed Explanation
Pollination syndromes — suites of floral traits evolved to attract specific pollinators — include bird-pollinated flowers (red, tubular, scentless) and bee-pollinated flowers (blue/yellow, landing platforms, UV guides). Wind pollination (anemophily) requires massive pollen production because of poor transfer efficiency. Pollinator declines threaten 75% of food crop species that depend on animal pollination, with enormous implications for food security.