All species are pollen feeders and may be important pollinators.
While visiting flowers, they have been reported to be important pollinators, especially of soari trees.
These birds are important pollinators of some plant species.
The hummingbird, in turn, may be an important pollinator for the plant.
Their sheer numbers and the presence of some flies throughout the year make them important pollinators for many plants.
Some other species are important pollinators of tropical crops such as cacao.
They have been identified as important pollinators of local cacti.
Another important pollinator in this area is the hummingbird.
Various studies have shown mammals and birds to be important pollinators.
Bumblebees are one of the more important wild pollinators, but have declined significantly in recent decades.