Condition-dependence, genotype-by-environment interactions and the lek paradox.

doi:10.1007/s10709-008-9249-7

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Condition-dependence, genotype-by-environment interactions and the lek paradox.

Genetica - 1 Sept 2008

Kokko Hanna, Heubel Katja

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The lek paradox states that maintaining genetic variation necessary for 'indirect benefit' models of female choice is difficult, and two interrelated solutions have been proposed. 'Genic capture' assumes condition-dependence of sexual traits, while genotype-by-environment interactions (GEIs) offe...

Topics

Animals
Environment
Female
Genetic Variation
Genotype
Male
Mating Preference, Animal
Models, Genetic
Mutation
Selection, Genetic

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