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Phylogenetic relationships of yellowjackets inferred from nine loci (Hymenoptera: Vespidae, Vespinae, Vespula and Dolichovespula).

Authors :
Lopez-Osorio, Federico
Pickett, Kurt M.
Carpenter, James M.
Ballif, Bryan A.
Agnarsson, Ingi
Source :
Molecular Phylogenetics & Evolution. Apr2014, Vol. 73, p190-201. 12p.
Publication Year :
2014

Abstract

Highlights: [•] We investigated the phylogeny of yellowjacket wasps (Vespula and Dolichovespula) using a multilocus data set. [•] Yellowjacket genera and species groups are monophyletic and strongly supported. [•] Our results differ in part from previous phylogenetic analyses. [•] The sister relationship between genera Vespula and Dolichovespula requires further investigation. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10557903
Volume :
73
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Molecular Phylogenetics & Evolution
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
94756429
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ympev.2014.01.007