Superparasitism and fitness parameters in three native wasp parasitoids (Braconidae: Opiinae) of the Mexican fruit fly, Anastrepha ludens (Diptera: Tephritidae)
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DOI: 10.1017/s000748532100081x
Abstract: Abstract Knowledge on reproductive strategies and host use in insect parasitoids is fundamental for biological control purposes. Superparasitism and multiparasitism, oviposition in a previously parasitized host by a female of the same or different species,… read more here.
Keywords: multiparasitism; anastrepha; superparasitism; three native ... See more keywords
Wolbachia-Driven Memory Loss in a Parasitic Wasp Increases Superparasitism to Enhance Horizontal Transmission
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DOI: 10.1128/mbio.02362-22
Abstract: The endosymbiotic bacteria, Wolbachia, live widely within cells of arthropods. Wolbachia are not only transmitted vertically from host mother to offspring, but are also transmitted horizontally among host individuals. Horizontal transmission is expected to occur… read more here.
Keywords: horizontal transmission; wolbachia; memory; host ... See more keywords