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- Title
Wing dimorphism in aphids.
- Authors
Braendle, C; Davis, G K; Brisson, J A; Stern, D L
- Abstract
Many species of insects display dispersing and nondispersing morphs. Among these, aphids are one of the best examples of taxa that have evolved specialized morphs for dispersal versus reproduction. The dispersing morphs typically possess a full set of wings as well as a sensory and reproductive physiology that is adapted to flight and reproducing in a new location. In contrast, the nondispersing morphs are wingless and show adaptations to maximize fecundity. In this review, we provide an overview of the major features of the aphid wing dimorphism. We first provide a description of the dimorphism and an overview of its phylogenetic distribution. We then review what is known about the mechanisms underlying the dimorphism and end by discussing its evolutionary aspects.
- Publication
Heredity, 2006, Vol 97, Issue 3, p192
- ISSN
0018-067X
- Publication type
Journal Article
- DOI
10.1038/sj.hdy.6800863