Pollinator Predators – How To Protect Pollinators And Plants

While most gardeners understand the importance of pollinators and appreciate seeing them on our plants, not everyone loves them. In the natural world, bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects are prey to certain predators. Create and support a healthy pollinator friendly garden to make sure your local population thrives.   About Pollinator Predators Predators of honey bees and other insect pollinators take advantage of populous hives for sustenance. Some also attack pollinators on the job, when feeding at flowers. These are just some of the creatures that may prey on your garden pollinators:  Flies. Some species of fly prey on bees, including robber flies. They feed on all kinds of flying insects but are drawn to hives.  Wasps and hornets. These insects attack bees as they forage but they also go after hives and colonies.  Other insects. Many other insects prey on bees, including praying mantis, dragonflies, and assassin bugs. The […]

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