The global decline of pollination services

• Published in: Biodiversity (Nepean) Vol. 4; no. 4; pp. 3 - 8
• Main Authors: Kevan, Peter G., Viana, Blandina F.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Nepean Taylor & Francis Group 01.12.2003; Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Subjects: Agriculture; Biodiversity; Ecosystems; Environmental aspects; Plant reproduction; Wildlife conservation

Pollination, the transfer of pollen from anthers to stigmas achieved mainly by animals, is vital to plant reproductive biology in almost all terrestrial ecosystems. This process is critical for the conservation and sustainability of the world's flora and fauna. The decline of pollination servic...