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Monstrous Miner

Andrena morio

Classification

Class
Insecta

The pollination of orchids represents a complex aspect of the biology of this plant family, characterized by intricate flower structures and diverse ecological interactions with pollinator. Notably, the topic has garnered significant scientific interest over time, including the attention of Charles Darwin, who is recognized for his contributions to the theory of evolution by natural selection. In 1862, Darwin published his observations on the essential role of insects in orchid pollination in his work The Fertilization of Orchids.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
France · 28Spain · 22Italy · 5