Pollination
Pollination is the transfer of pollen from an anther of a plant to the stigma of a plant, later enabling fertilisation and the production of seeds. Pollinating agents can be animals such as insects, for example bees, beetles or butterflies; birds, and bats; water; wind; and even plants themselves. Pollinating animals travel from plant to plant carrying pollen on their bodies in a vital interaction that allows the transfer of genetic material critical to the reproductive system of most flowering plants.
• Some flowers are specially shaped or coloured to make pollination easier.
• After successful pollination, the flower usually begins changes that lead to fertilisation, which later forms seeds and sometimes fruits.
• Not all plants need the same method; some
depend on their flower structure, timing, or
scent to improve pollination.
• Pollination is essential for the continuation of plant species because it allows them to pass on their traits to new plants.