A comet orchid has creamy white-colored flowers and a characteristic "tail" that contains the flower's nectar. This orchid does not emit a scent during daylight hours but is aromatic at night. The comet orchid is most likely pollinated by

A) windy nighttime conditions.
B) pollen traveling on animal fur.
C) a nocturnal pollinator.
D) moisture from cool evenings.


Answer: C

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