Question

Specialization can be both limiting and beneficial. How would a plant species benefit from a
pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species? (1 point)
less competition for pollinators with other species
decreased self-fertilization, allowing for greater genetic variation
the flowers always having a pollinator
less competition for pollinators within the species

Answer 1

A plant species would benefit from a pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species primarily due to **less competition for pollinators with other species**. This specialization ensures that the plant's reproductive success is more reliably supported, as its specific pollinator is dedicated to facilitating its pollination without the interference of other plant species competing for the same pollinator resources.