Nocturnal Pollinators
Pollination does not stop at sunset with bats, moths, beetles and other insects collecting pollen and nectar at night. These night shift workers are often overlooked, but scientists are beginning to understand the importance of nocturnal pollinators for crops and wild plants. A University research concluded that moths can pollinate flowers at a faster rate than day-flying insects. While day-flying insects often have more time available to transfer pollen, moths and other nocturnal pollinators are making important contribution during the shorter hours of darkness.