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The evolution of a complex trait: cuticular hydrocarbons in ants evolve independent from phylogenetic constraints.

Journal of evolutionary biology - 1 Jul 2017

Menzel F, Schmitt T, Blaimer B B

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Cuticular hydrocarbons (CHCs) are ubiquitous and highly diverse in insects, serving as communication signal and waterproofing agent. Despite their vital function, the causes, mechanisms and constraints on CHC diversification are still poorly understood. Here, we investigated phylogenetic constraints on the evolution of CHC profiles, using a global data set of the species-rich and chemically diverse ant genus...

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PMID: 28485028
DOI: 10.1111/jeb.13115

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