Question

Many animals influence and contribute to ecosystem services. As pollinators, how do bees ultimately contribute to direct ecosystem services?(1 point)

Bees pollinate plant species that produce oxygen humans need.

Bees pollinate plant species that humans admire in nature.

Bees pollinate plant species that contribute to the carbon cycle.

Bees pollinate plant species that produce food.

Answer 1

Bees pollinate plant species that produce food.

Explanation: Pollination is a provisioning (direct) ecosystem service because it directly increases crop yields and the availability of fruits, seeds, and other foods humans consume.