About this episode
This episode discusses the crucial role of insects in ecosystems and the alarming global decline in their abundance and diversity.
Insects play a crucial role in sustaining life on Earth. They pollinate plants, recycle nutrients, and form the foundation of food webs in both terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems. Without insects, the rich biodiversity that supports our planet would not exist. However, global studies show a widespread decline in both insect abundance and diversity. According to […]
Topics covered
- insect decline
- biodiversity
- ecosystems
- pollination
- nutrient recycling
Keywords
- insects
- biodiversity
- ecosystems
- pollination
- nutrient recycling
- insect decline
- food webs
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Earth Wise, WAMC Northeast Public Radio
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