Hybrids versus parental species: insights from wing phenotype similarities and differences in triatomine insects
The smaller wing size in hybrid offspring may indicate lower fitness, potentially due to genetic effects or reduced viability. Geometric morphometry effectively distinguishes parental species from hybrids, supporting previous research in Triatominae. The study suggests that environmental and reproductive pressures may influence these species and explores the dispersive capabilities of triatomines, contributing to the understanding of hybridization processes.
Authors
- Alvaro R. Lara (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3535-7619)
- César A. Yumiseva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2857-3922)
- Mario J. Grijalva (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1964-1425)
- Anita G. Villacís (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4537-3532)
- María Laura Hernández
Institutions
- Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Científicas y Técnicas (AR)
- Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador (EC)
- Ohio University (US)
- Administración Nacional de Laboratorios e Institutos de Salud (AR)
- Centro Científico Tecnológico - Córdoba (AR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Frontiers in Insect Science
- Published
- 2025-03-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.3389/finsc.2025.1547963
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Morphological variations and asymmetry
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.09