Les insectes ravageurs vs les insectes pollinisateurs : Comment les plantes font la différence ?

Abstract

Plants engage in complex interactions with various insects—some, such as pollinators, play a beneficial role in reproduction, while others, like pests, can be harmful to growth and productivity. In African ecosystems, particularly in agriculture, this balance is crucial. This article explores the strategies plants use to attract pollinators while defending themselves from herbivorous pests. Several African case studies are highlighted to illustrate how local crops manage these dual interactions, emphasizing their ecological and economic importance. Keywords: Pollination, pests, insects, plant defense, coevolution, plant-insect interactions.