The Microbiome of Neotropical Water Striders and Its Potential Role in Codiversification

Insects host a highly diverse microbiome, which plays a crucial role in insect life. However, the composition and diversity of microbiomes associated with Neotropical freshwater insects is virtually unknown. In addition, the extent to which diversification of this microbiome is associated with host...

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Main Authors: Anakena M. Castillo, Kristin Saltonstall, Carlos F. Arias, Karina A. Chavarria, Luis A. Ramírez-Camejo, Luis C. Mejía, Luis F. De León
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-08-01
Series:Insects
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/11/9/578