Sex Ratio Adaptations to Local Mate Competition in a Parasitic Wasp.

Werren, John H.

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ERIC Number: EJ226431

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Publication Date: 1980-Jun

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Sex Ratio Adaptations to Local Mate Competition in a Parasitic Wasp.

Werren, John H.

Science, v208 n4448 p1157-58 Jun 1980

This study discusses the behavior of the females of the parasitic wasp Nasonia vitripennis, which adjust the sex ratio of their broods according to whether or not they are the first or second wasp to parasitize a host. The results provide a quantitative test of sex ratio theory. (Author/SA)

Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Biological Influences, Entomology, Evolution, Higher Education, Models, Scientific Research, Sex Differences, Theories, Zoology

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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