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A model of the evolution of larval feeding rate in Drosophila driven by conflicting energy demands.
Genetica - 1 Feb 2015
Mueller Laurence D, Barter Thomas T
Abstract excerpt
Energy allocation is believed to drive trade-offs in life history evolution. We develop a physiological and genetic model of energy allocation that drives evolution of feeding rate in a well-studied model system. In a variety of stressful environments Drosophila larvae adapt by altering their rate of feeding. Drosophila larvae adapted to high levels of ammonia, urea, and the presence of parasitoids evolve lower...
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