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A test of worker policing theory in an advanced eusocial wasp, Vespula rufa
- Source :
- Evolution. June, 2005, Vol. 59 Issue 6, 1306-1314
- Publication Year :
- 2005
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Abstract
- Mutual policing is an important mechanism for maintaining social harmony in group-living organisms. A test of worker policing theory in Vespinae wasps is provided and it is shown that the yellowjacket Vespula rufa is characterized by low mating frequency, and that a significant percentage of the males are workers' sons.
- Subjects :
- Insect societies -- Research
Paper wasps -- Research
Biological sciences
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00143820
- Volume :
- 59
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Gale General OneFile
- Journal :
- Evolution
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsgcl.135826643