Files needed to create the results and figures from Eriksson, M., and Pontarp, M. (2026) Eco‐Evolutionary Dynamics of Generalist and Specialist Pollinators Facing Plant Diversity Changes, Ecology & Evolution.
Abstract
We use a trait‐based eco‐evolutionary model to explore how changes in flowering plant composition affect interacting pollinators on short‐term ecological and long‐term evolutionary timescales. We find that evolutionary responses to landscape simplification, especially among generalist pollinators, may lead to a substantial loss of functional diversity within the pollinator community. This loss of functional diversity may outweigh the positive effects of evolutionary rescue in mitigating negative effects of land‐use changes.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Plant and animal studies
Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies
Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Figshare
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN