Since 2020, aggregated from related topics
Plant-insect interactions is a research area that focuses on the relationships between plants and insects. This field explores how plants have evolved to defend themselves against insect herbivores, how insects have co-evolved to overcome these defenses, and how both plants and insects have adapted to each other's presence in their natural environment. Researchers study the mechanisms of plant defenses, insect feeding behavior, chemical signaling between plants and insects, and the impacts of these interactions on ecosystems and biodiversity. Overall, the study of plant-insect interactions provides crucial insights into the functioning of natural ecosystems and the potential applications for pest management and conservation.