Melittophile
- Pronunciation
- /mel-i-to-fil/
- Category
- Ecology
- Singular
- Melittophile
- Plural
- Melittophiles
Definition
An organism that is attracted to or has a preference for bees, often for pollination purposes.
Etymology
From Greek 'meli', meaning 'honey', and 'philos', meaning 'loving' or 'fond of'.
Example
The melittophile plant species have evolved flowers that specifically attract bees.
Related Terms
- Bee
- Pollination
- Nectar
- Pollen
Usage Notes
Melittophiles can include both plants and predators of bees.