Characterization of Salix nigra floral insect community and activity of three native Andrena bees
S. J. Simon, K. Keefover-Ring, Y.-L. Park, G. Wimp, J. Grady, S. DiFazio
The paper characterizes the insect community visiting Salix nigra flowers and assesses pollination dynamics, finding male trees support higher insect diversity and specific species correlate with floral scent.
bioRxiv · Mar 23, 2020Ecology