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Adaptive evolution of multiple traits through multiple mutations at a single gene.
Science (New York, N.Y.) - 15 Mar 2013
Linnen Catherine R, Poh Yu-Ping, Peterson Brant K, Barrett Rowan D H, Larson Joanna G, Jensen Jeffrey D, Hoekstra Hopi E
Abstract excerpt
The identification of precise mutations is required for a complete understanding of the underlying molecular and evolutionary mechanisms driving adaptive phenotypic change. Using plasticine models in the field, we show that the light coat color of deer mice that recently colonized the light-colored soil of the Nebraska Sand Hills provides a strong selective advantage against visually hunting predators. Color...
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