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* * * * As the insect pollinator comes in to the flower to drink the nectar it brushes past the anthers which release pollen grains. * On the following visit to another flower (of the same species), for another sip of nectar the pollen grains are brushed on to the stigma. The stigma is the female part of the plant and is slightly sticky when it is ready to receive pollen. Q: In what ways might a flower ensure that it attracts a pollinator? * The pollen grains travel down the style and fertilization takes place. * * * Bee on eucalypt; Blue triangle butterfly; Thrip; Paper wasp; Adult emperor g