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Increased Atmospheric CO 2 Adversely Affects Large Pollinators, but Benefits Small Pollinators

ABSTRACT Aim This study examines the impact of atmospheric CO 2 concentration on pollinator communities, focusing on body size‐related responses. It aims to understand how natural CO 2 variability influences pollinator abundance and diversity, and to assess potential ecological consequences for pollination services and ecosystem stability. Location The study was conducted across the Pothwar Plateau in Punjab, Pakistan, covering five districts: Murree, Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Jhelum, Chakwal and Attock. Time Period Field data were collected from September 2018 to May 2022, excluding December and January when pollinator activity was low. Major Taxa Studied The study focused on insect pollinators, including bees and hoverflies, and classified them into large‐ and small‐bodied groups based on size thresholds (e.g., bees were classified as large if …

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