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Pollinating insects, such as bees, beetles, flies, butterflies and wasps visit flowers to collect pollen and nectar as a source of food.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2023

Pollinating insects are vital to human food security, as three-quarters of crops depend on them.

From The Guardian • Mar. 26, 2019

Pollinating insects return to the brush, spreading both oak and wildflowers.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2015

Pollinating insects help with the production of over 65% of the world's crops.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2010