this reduction is not evenly distributed among all insect species. While some species are thriving, others are witnessing a significant drop. The causes behind this decline are complex and varied, including intensified land use, climate change, and the introduction of invasive species.</div><div style="clear: both"><br /></div><h2 style="clear: both">Waterways and Their Influence</h2><div style="clear: both">Interestingly, there has been an 11% increase per decade in freshwater insects, following efforts to clean up polluted rivers and lakes. However, this group only represents about 10% of insect species and does not contribute to crop pollination. This suggests that <a href="https://www.ecoreefproject.com/creative%20environmental%20restructuring.htm">enhancing the health of our waterways</a> could potentially aid in the recovery of some insect populations.</div><div style="clear: both"><br /></div><div style="clear: both">Pollutants can disrupt ecosystems by reducing species diversity, altering food chains, and changing energy flow and nutrient cycling patterns.