Comparative transcriptomics of a generalist aphid, Myzus persicae and a specialist aphid, Lipaphis erysimi reveals molecular signatures associated with diversity of their feeding behaviour and other attributes
IntroductionAphids are phloem sap-sucking insects and are a serious destructive pest of several crop plants. Aphids are categorized as “generalists” or “specialists” depending on their host range. Myzus persicae (Sulz.) is a generalist aphid with a broad host range while Lipaphis erysimi (Kalt.), a...
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Frontiers Media S.A.
2024-12-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Plant Science |
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Online Access: | https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpls.2024.1415628/full |