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Evolution of Angiosperms

Coevolution of flowers and pollinators

Coevolution of flowers and pollinators

Many flowers have coevolved with particular pollinators, such that the flower is uniquely structured for the mouthparts of the pollinator. It often has features considered attractive to its particular pollinator.

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