Buzzing Beneath the Canopy: The Pollinators of Bengaluru
When we think of wildlife, we often imagine large mammals, soaring birds, or elusive reptiles. But some of the most crucial members of our ecosystems are the smallest — our pollinators. In Bengaluru, a city rapidly expanding and changing, these tiny heroes continue to play an outsized role in maintaining the balance of nature. Why Pollinators Matter Pollinators — bees, butterflies, birds, bats, beetles, and more — are responsible for fertilizing over 75% of flowering plants , including many of the fruits and vegetables we eat. In urban ecosystems like Bengaluru’s, they are the silent custodians of biodiversity, ensuring plant reproduction, seed formation, and food availability for countless species, including us. Who Are Bengaluru’s Pollinators? Despite its urban landscape, Bengaluru is home to a diverse group of pollinators: Bees India is home to over 600 species of native bees , and many make their home in and around the green pockets of Bengaluru. Carpenter bees , leafcutter b...