Genome assembly of the winter ant, Prenolepis imparis.

ABSTRACT: The winter ant, Prenolepis imparis, is one of the most common, widespread, and conspicuous ant species in North America. P. imparis is well adapted to cold climates, and consequently, is often noted as the only active ant species during colder months. This specialized life history makes P. imparis a useful model organism for exploring thermal physiology and understanding the potential impacts of a warming climate on insects. Phylogeographic studies have revealed deeply divergent lineages across North America, as well as a single collection of an apparent social parasite in California. In light of its distinctive cold adaptation and recently discovered geographic diversity, a better understanding of the underlying genetic patterns of the winter ant is valuable to future conservation efforts

SUBMITTER: Cash EI 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12130434 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature