Pfaffenhofen biodiversity study identifies 10,000 insect species

A long-term biodiversity study conducted at the HiPP model farm near Pfaffenhofen, Germany, has identified approximately 10,000 insect species. The research, which began in 2018, compares insect populations on ecologically managed lands with those on conventionally farmed areas.

The findings indicate that ecologically managed surfaces support significantly higher insect diversity. Researchers emphasize that stable pollinator populations are essential for food security and the health of broader ecosystems, serving as a vital food source for birds and bats.