Glossary

diurnal pollinators

Diurnal (dy-úrn-uhl) pollinators are species that forage and transfer pollen during daylight hours, forming a vital part of the daytime ecological web.

In redwood edges, meadows, and home gardens, native bees, butterflies, hoverflies, and hummingbirds all play key roles in supporting plant reproduction and biodiversity. These species rely on sunlight to navigate and are drawn to bright, nectar-rich flowers that open during the day.

They are essential to the health of local plant communities and food webs, sustaining both wildlands and cultivated habitats.

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