Convergent evolution misled taxonomy in schizothoracine fishes (Cypriniformes: Cyprinidae).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ympev.2019.01.008
Abstract: Highly specialized grade (HSG; genera Gymnocypris, Oxygymnocypris, Schizopygopsis, Platypharodon and Chuanchia) of the Schizothoracinae (Cypriniformes: Cyprinidae) are endemic to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (QTP). Previously, two distinct ecomorphs were recognized according to trophic traits. One was… read more here.
Keywords: schizopygopsis; hsg; evolution; trophic traits ... See more keywords
Trophic traits of Grammostola vachoni, a tarantula (Araneae: Theraphosidae) from Argentina
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DOI: 10.1071/zo18034
Abstract: This is the first study about trophic traits of Grammostola vachoni, a threatened theraphosid spider endemic to the mountain systems of central Argentina. Four prey types were used in experiments: crickets, cockroaches, beetle larvae and… read more here.
Keywords: beetle larvae; tarantula araneae; grammostola vachoni; trophic traits ... See more keywords