Bird species (Charadriiformes) does not impact endosymbiotic bacteria (Gammaproteobacteria) of their ectoparasites (Insecta: Phthiraptera: Ischnocera)

Endosymbiotic bacteria of insects can facilitate host expansion into novel niches by providing their host with a fitness benefit such as vitamins or amino acids that are otherwise lacking in their hosts' diet. This close association can lead to cospeciation between insects and their symbionts;...

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Main Authors: Alexandra A. Grossi, Min Zhang, Fasheng Zou, Daniel R. Gustafsson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2024-01-01
Series:Avian Research
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2053716624000495
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