The chromosomal basis of sexual isolation in two sibling species of Drosophila: D. arizonensis and D. mojavensis.

doi:10.1093/genetics/97.3-4.703

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The chromosomal basis of sexual isolation in two sibling species of Drosophila: D. arizonensis and D. mojavensis.

Genetics - 1 Jan 2000

Zouros E

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The chromosomal determination of interspecific differences in mating behavior was studied in the interfertile pair, Drosophila arizonensis and Drosophila mojavensis, by means of chromosomal substitutions. Interspecific crossing over was avoided by crossing hybrid males to parental females, and id...

Topics

Animals
Chromosomes
Crosses, Genetic
Drosophila
Female
Fertility
Male
Phenotype
Sexual Behavior, Animal
Species Specificity

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