TIL that non-biting midges are among the most important pollinators in the Arctic. Only about 4,000 insect species have been identified in these regions, and nearly half are flies. These hardy little critters play a critical role in the ecosystem through their pollination efforts.

https://www.sciencefriday.com/articles/meet-the-flies-that-pollinate-cocoa-trees/
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