Wax, sex and the origin of species: Dual roles of insect cuticular hydrocarbons in adaptation and mating

Volume: 37, Issue: 7, Pages: 822 - 830
Published: Jul 1, 2015
Abstract
Evolutionary changes in traits that affect both ecological divergence and mating signals could lead to reproductive isolation and the formation of new species. Insect cuticular hydrocarbons (CHCs) are potential examples of such dual traits. They form a waxy layer on the cuticle of the insect to maintain water balance and prevent desiccation, while also acting as signaling molecules in mate recognition and chemical communication. Because the...
Paper Details
Title
Wax, sex and the origin of species: Dual roles of insect cuticular hydrocarbons in adaptation and mating
Published Date
Jul 1, 2015
Journal
Volume
37
Issue
7
Pages
822 - 830
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