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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Matthew J. Christmas, Julia C. Jones, Anna Olsson, Ola Wallerman, Ignas Bunikis, Marcin Kierczak, Valentina Peona, Kaitlyn M. Whitley, Tuuli Larva, Alexander Suh, Nicole E. Miller-Struttmann, Jennifer C. Geib, Matthew T. Webster
Summary: Evidence suggests that gene flow commonly occurs between recently diverged species, despite barriers to gene flow. Genetic barriers to gene flow often accumulate in regions of low recombination and near centromeres.
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
Review
Ecology
Jackie E. Shay, Lillie K. Pennington, Jorge A. Mandussi Montiel-Molina, Daniel J. Toews, Brandon T. Hendrickson, Jason P. Sexton
Summary: The article synthesizes eco-evolutionary patterns and species range knowledge to inform species conservation strategies. It discusses the application of biogeographic rules in developing adaptive conservation strategies for native plant species and calls for a global effort to identify prevailing patterns to speed conservation efforts.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2021)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Daiping Wang, Wolfgang Forstmeier, Damien R. Farine, Adriana A. Maldonado-Chaparro, Katrin Martin, Yifan Pei, Gustavo Alarcon-Nieto, James A. Klarevas-Irby, Shouwen Ma, Lucy M. Aplin, Bart Kempenaers
Summary: Culturally transmitted communication signals, such as bird song, can change over time and lead to the emergence of song dialects, even when songs are highly individual-specific. This study shows that machine learning can accurately distinguish between songs from different zebra finch populations and reveals the presence of cryptic song dialects. The authors also demonstrate that zebra finches are sensitive to song differences and exhibit assortative mating based on song dialect.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
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Entomology
Margarita C. G. Correa, Ferran Palero, Vitor C. Pacheco da Silva, M. Bora Kaydan, Jean-Francois Germain, Shaaban Abd-Rabou, Kent M. Daane, Arturo Cocco, Elie Poulin, Thibaut Malausa
Summary: This study used molecular tools and morphological analysis to investigate the mealybug Planococcus ficus in the Eastern Mediterranean region, and found two distinct species: P. ficus and P. vitis. These results have direct implications for pest management and may explain the previous failures of biological control programs against this pest in several vineyard regions.
JOURNAL OF PEST SCIENCE
(2023)
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Biology
Jon Bridle, Ary Hoffmann
Summary: Understanding the processes that limit species' ranges and their effects on ecological communities is crucial for predicting responses to environmental changes. However, our understanding of evolution at range limits and its impact on ecological rules is still incomplete. This article links papers in the current volume to key concepts on the interactions between evolutionary and ecological processes at species' margins, highlighting the importance of selection, demography, and population structure in determining a species' persistence in biological communities.
PHILOSOPHICAL TRANSACTIONS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
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Marine & Freshwater Biology
Alexandra M. McGowan, Janet M. Lanyon, Nicholas Clark, David Blair, Helene Marsh, Eric Wolanski, Jennifer M. Seddon
Summary: Despite their ability to travel long distances, marine mammals often show population structuring over short geographic distances. The genetic population structure of dugongs along the eastern Queensland coast was investigated. A genetic break was identified in the Whitsunday Islands region, interrupting the overall isolation-by-distance pattern. Geographic distance was found to be more important than sea-surface temperature and seagrass distribution in explaining genetic distances. The findings suggest distinct breeding units for management plans of Queensland dugongs.
MARINE MAMMAL SCIENCE
(2023)
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Agronomy
Rajendra Acharya, Yam Kumar Shrestha, Mst Fatema Khatun, Kyeong-Yeoll Lee
Summary: The study revealed the presence of three cryptic species of Bemisia tabaci in Nepal, with different detection rates of viruses among them. SLCCNV was identified as the predominant begomovirus species in whitefly samples, while the distribution of other begomoviruses varied among the three cryptic species. Geographical analysis showed diverse patterns of virus distribution across regions in Nepal. The findings provide valuable information for understanding the begomovirus profile in Nepal and developing management strategies for reducing whitefly-transmitted virus damage.
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Susanti Mugi Lestari, Mst Fatema Khatun, Rajendra Acharya, Sushant Raj Sharma, Yam Kumar Shrestha, S. M. Hemayet Jahan, Tin-Tin Aye, Ohn Mar Lynn, Nang Kyu Kyu Win, Trinh Xuan Hoat, Hang Thi Dao, Chi-Wei Tsai, Jangha Lee, Hwal-Su Hwang, Eui-Joon Kil, Sukchan Lee, Sang-Mok Kim, Kyeong-Yeoll Lee
Summary: This study provides updated information on the genetic characteristics and geographic distribution of Bemisia tabaci in Asia, revealing 31 cryptic species.
ARCHIVES OF INSECT BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY
(2023)
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Biology
Camille Parmesan, Michael C. Singer
Summary: Studies on birds and trees have shown that climatic stresses are distributed within species' ranges, not just at the limits of their ranges. This study on the butterfly Euphydryas editha reveals that geographic mosaics of natural selection cause some central populations to evolve to the limits of climatic tolerance, while others remain resilient. The findings have important implications for conservation planning, as adaptive evolution can reduce population-level resilience to climate change.
PHILOSOPHICAL TRANSACTIONS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biology
Wanhao Chen, Jiandong Liang, Xiuxiu Ren, Jiehong Zhao, Yanfeng Han, Zongqi Liang
Summary: The study identified cryptic diversity in several Isaria farinosa strains, proposing two new species. Results emphasize the need for more attention to cryptic intraspecific diversity in different isolates and genotypes of Isaria-like fungi.
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Biodiversity Conservation
Rosa A. D. Earle, Joe Atkinson, Angela T. T. Moles
Summary: This study compared the traits of British species that are present in Australia and those that are not. The results showed that species present in Australia have larger geographic extents, longer seed bank longevity, and taller maximum heights compared to species not present in Australia. However, there were no significant differences in flower size, flower colour, and seed mass between the two groups. The findings suggest that human introductions may contribute to an increased risk of ecosystem invasion by selecting species with specific traits.
DIVERSITY AND DISTRIBUTIONS
(2023)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Daniel Hending
Summary: Ecological niche modeling is a valuable tool for understanding a species' ecology and determining factors influencing their distribution. This study focused on the conservation biogeography of fork-marked lemurs in Madagascar, revealing distinct ecological niches and suggesting the presence of potentially undescribed species.
GLOBAL ECOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
(2021)
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Ecology
Ami Oh, Byoung-Un Oh
Summary: This study analyzed genetic differentiation, genetic distance, isolation by distance, historical gene flow, and bottlenecks in four species of the genus Eranthis. The results showed significant and in many cases extremely high genetic differentiation between populations, which were positively correlated with geographic distance. Possible explanations include marker type, genetic drift, selection, and historical gene flow.
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
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Biodiversity Conservation
Germain Boussarie, Paolo Momigliano, William D. Robbins, Lucas Bonnin, Jean-Francois Cornu, Cecile Fauvelot, Jeremy J. Kiszka, Stephanie Manel, David Mouillot, Laurent Vigliola
Summary: The decline of large marine vertebrates, such as the grey reef shark, is a pressing issue that needs urgent mitigation, especially in the face of climate change and other human activities. Understanding the connectivity among populations is crucial for effective conservation efforts. This study developed a two-step modelling framework to investigate how seascape features influence the genetic connectivity of marine species and provide guidance for the design of marine protected areas.
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Biology
Susana Freitas, Darren J. Parker, Marjorie Labedan, Zoe Dumas, Tanja Schwander
Summary: In this study, evidence for cryptic sex was found in two populations of Timema stick insects, which could help explain the success of parthenogenesis in this genus and raises questions about the persistence of old parthenogens in nature.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)