nectar

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"The feathers are saying that, yes, they will metabolize it. And then this study is saying that ethanol is actually pretty widespread in the nectar they consume."

From Science Daily • Mar. 25, 2026

Although these levels sound tiny, nectar is a primary energy source for many species.

From Science Daily • Mar. 25, 2026

Caporale suggests adding agave nectar to sweeten the lime juice base, along with orange juice or orange peel to compensate for the lack of triple sec.

From Salon • Jan. 18, 2026

Which is why, despite my love of berries for birds and nectar for butterflies, I’m not a total turf abolitionist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

I gently pull the stamen through the blossom and set the drop of nectar on my tongue.

From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins