Entomophily

/ˌɛntəmoʊˈfɪli/ noun

Definition

Pollination of plants by insects.

Etymology

From Greek 'entomon' (insect) and 'phila' (love). Developed as a technical term in botany in the late 19th century to describe this ecological relationship.

Kelly Says

About 75% of flowering plants depend on insect pollination, making entomophily one of nature's most important relationships—without it, we'd lose most fruits, vegetables, and wildflowers.

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