Galearis spectabilis [pollination & insect interaction]

Unknown insect caught on Showy Orchid [Galearis spectabilis]. Perry County, Pa. 5-9-23 [above & below]

Cobweb Spider [Theridion sp]. hunting on Showy Orchid [Galearis spectabilis]. Perry County, Pa. 5-9-23

Cobweb Spider [Theridion sp]. hunting on Showy Orchid [Galearis spectabilis]. Perry County, Pa. 5-9-23

Cobweb Spider [Theridion sp]. hunting on Showy Orchid [Galearis spectabilis]. Perry County, Pa. 5-9-23

An unknown caterpillar has removed the pollinia from the anther cap of this Showy Orchid and is feeding on it [Galearis spectabilis]. Perry County, Pa. 4-29-24

An unknown caterpillar has removed the pollinia from the anther cap of this Showy Orchid and is feeding on it [Galearis spectabilis]. Perry County, Pa. 4-29-24