We are passing through another wave of extinction of species, and even the tiniest insects are threatened. Join Sorit on an exploration of this apocalypse that has put a deep dark shadow over this seemingly teeming world.
The 'buzzy' bees are best at their pollination jobs but they are all set to face serious competition from other insects. According to a new study, insects like flies, wasps, butterflies, moths, ants, thrips and beetles are also effective pollinators of certain crops of global importance. These insects have an added advantage too—they are resistant and less sensitive to environmental changes, scientists say.