Specialization can be both limiting and beneficial. How would a plant species benefit from a pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species
A. less competition for pollinators within the species
B. decreased self fertilization allowing for greater genetic variation
C. less competition for pollinators with other species
D. the flowers always having a pollinator
E. all of the above
By having a pollinator that only visits the flowers of that plant species, the plant would experience less competition for pollinators within its own species, decreased self-fertilization leading to greater genetic variation, less competition for pollinators with other species, and a consistent source of pollination for its flowers. This specialized relationship between the plant and its pollinator can ultimately benefit the plant species by increasing reproductive success and genetic diversity.