International Journal of Molecular Ecology and Conservation 2024, Vol.14, No.1, 10-17 http://ecoevopublisher.com/index.php/ijmec 10 Research Article Open Access Interactions Between Pollinators and Plant Genetic Diversity and Their Effects on Community Dynamics Xianliang Xu Horticulture & Landscape Center, Hainan Institute of Tropical Agricultural Resouces, Sanya, 572025, Hainan, China Corresponding author email: xuxianliang@hitar.com International Journal of Molecular Ecology and Conservation, 2024, Vol.14, No.1 doi: 10.5376/ijmec.2024.14.0002 Received: 18 Dec., 2023 Accepted: 24 Jan., 2024 Published: 13 Feb., 2024 Copyright © 2024 Xu, This is an open access article published under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited. Preferred citation for this article: Xu X.L., 2024, Interactions between pollinators and plant genetic diversity and their effects on community dynamics, International Journal of Molecular Ecology and Conservation, 14(1): 10-17 (doi: 10.5376/ijmec.2024.14.0002) Abstract The study explores the interactions between pollinators and plant genetic diversity and their impact on community dynamics. Complex interactions exist between pollinators and plants, shaping not only the ecological relationships between them but also profoundly influencing plant reproduction and adaptive evolution. The study introduces the diversity of pollinators and their interactions with plants, including mutualistic symbiosis, pollen competition and strategies, and the formation of pollen food webs. It then delves into the close relationship between pollinators and plant genetic diversity. Furthermore, it discusses the practical applications of these relationships, including their management in agricultural and natural ecosystems, as well as conservation and restoration efforts. The study summarizes key findings, outlines future research directions, emphasizes the importance of pollinators and plant genetic diversity in ecosystems, and aims to provide a scientific foundation for environmental conservation and ecological balance. Keywords Pollinators; Plant genetic diversity; Interaction relationships; Community dynamics; Ecosystem management 1 Introduction With globalization and technological progress, various parts of the world are experiencing unprecedented urbanization processes (Seto et al., 2013). With the rapid urban expansion, the original natural environment and traditional rural lifestyles are gradually being replaced, engulfed by the wave of urbanization. The interaction between pollen pollinators and plants is one of the crucial biological processes in ecosystems. These interactions not only involve the reproductive methods of plants, but also affect their genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem stability. Pollen pollinators play a crucial role in plant life history, promoting plant reproduction by transferring pollen from one plant to another (Földesi et al., 2021). However, the interaction between pollen pollinators and plants goes far beyond this, and there is a complex relationship of interdependence and symbiosis between them. Plants pollinate by attracting different types of pollen pollinators, who rely on the pollen and nectar provided by the plants to obtain food and resources. This interaction leads to diverse symbiotic relationships, covering various biological populations such as insects, birds, bats, etc. (Ashman et al., 2020). With changes in the ecological environment and interference from human activities, the interaction between pollen pollinators and plants is undergoing changes. Habitat destruction, the use of chemical pesticides, and climate change can all have negative impacts on these relationships. A deep understanding of the mechanisms and impacts of these interactions is crucial for the protection of ecosystems and the maintenance of biodiversity. This study aims to explore the interaction between pollen pollinators and plants, with a focus on how they affect plant genetic diversity and community dynamics. Starting from different types of pollen pollinators, analyze their symbiotic relationship with plants and their impact on the adaptive evolution of plants. We will delve into how pollen pollinators affect plant genetic diversity, explore the practical applications of these interactive relationships in ecosystem management and protection, as well as work on ecosystem restoration and biodiversity conservation. This study aims to provide ecologists, biologists, and environmental scientists with a comprehensive
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