Dependence on animals for fertilization and dispersal is characteristic of many species of ____.

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Angiosperms, or flowering plants, often rely on animals such as insects, birds, and mammals for pollination, which leads to fertilization and the production of seeds. They may also depend on animals for seed dispersal, as many fruits are adapted to be eaten and spread by animals. Mosses, ferns, conifers, and cycads do not have as strong a dependence on animals for reproduction and dispersal.

Dependence on Animals for Fertilization and Dispersal Is Characteristic of Many