I WONDER - How Do Flowers Attract Pollinators?

Flowers are designed to attract pollinators through bright colors, sweet scents, and unique shapes. These features help pollinators find flowers and collect nectar and pollen. Some flowers have ultraviolet patterns visible to pollinating insects, guiding them to nectar and increasing pollination success.

What are some of the features flowers use to attract pollinators?

• Thorns and spikes

• Smooth and plain surfaces

• Bright colors and sweet scents

• Dark colors and unpleasant odors

How do flower features assist pollinators?

• By guiding them to nectar and pollen

• By scaring them away

• By providing shelter

• By making it harder to find nectar

What is the purpose of ultraviolet patterns in flowers?

• To repel insects

• To change flower color

• To attract birds

• To guide insects to nectar

Which type of light can reveal special patterns in some flowers?

• X-ray light

• Visible light

• Ultraviolet light

• Infrared light

Why are ultraviolet patterns important for pollination?

• They help flowers grow faster

• They change the flower's scent

• They make flowers less visible

• They increase the chances of successful pollination