Entomophily
Entomophily
Entomophily (pronounced: /ˌɛntəˈmɒfɪli/) is a form of pollination where pollen is distributed by insects, typically bees, butterflies, and moths. The term is derived from the Greek words "entomos" meaning "insect" and "philia" meaning "love".
Etymology
The term "Entomophily" comes from the Greek words "entomos" (ἔντομος), meaning "insect", and "philia" (φιλία), meaning "love". It was first used in the late 19th century to describe the phenomenon of insects being attracted to flowers for pollination.
Related Terms
- Pollination: The act of transferring pollen grains from the male anther of a flower to the female stigma.
- Insect: A small arthropod animal that has six legs and generally one or two pairs of wings.
- Pollen: A fine powdery substance, typically yellow, consisting of microscopic grains discharged from the male part of a flower or from a male cone.
- Bee: A stinging winged insect which collects nectar and pollen, produces wax and honey, and lives in large communities.
- Butterfly: An insect with two pairs of large wings that are covered with tiny scales, usually brightly colored.
- Moth: An insect with two pairs of broad wings covered in microscopic scales, typically drably colored and active at night.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Entomophily
- Wikipedia's article - Entomophily
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