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Safeguarding nocturnal pollinators for food security in sub-Saharan Africa

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Nocturnal pollinators are vital for food security in sub-Saharan Africa, yet they face numerous threats, including habitat loss, light pollution, and climate change. Understanding these combined risks and implementing targeted management strategies to protect them is essential for ensuring sustainable agriculture, food security, and biodiversity in the region.

Source: Trends in Ecology & Evolution

DOI: 10.1016/j.tree.2025.08.002

Authors: Mark Otieno, Marcell K. Peters, Ingolf Steffan-Dewenter

Institutions: University of Würzburg, University of Embu

Language: English

Topic: Plant and animal studies

Subfield: Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDGs: Life on land, Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $7,030