Wind, bees, or other agents transfer plant pollen from flower anthers or cones to stigmas, thereby fertilizing plants for reproduction.
North American Pollinator Protection Campaign [ More info] An effort focused on encouraging the health of resident and migratory pollinating animals in North America. USGS participates in the leadership of this effort.
Potential effects of anthropogenic greenhouse gases on avian habitats and populations in the Northern Great Plains [ More info] Report on effects of the increase of atmospheric carbon dioxide on plants and animals, especially birds, in the Great Plains including effects of carbon dioxide fertilization, ultraviolet radiation, climate change, and harmful effects on bird habitats.
The saga of leafy spurge (Euphorbia esula) in the northern Great Plains [ More info] Explains why this invasive plant is successful in taking over land in many northern states, and what might be done to impede its dominance.
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