Evolution of genes involved in feeding preference and metabolic processes in Calliphoridae (Diptera: Calyptratae).

ABSTRACT:

Background

The genotype-phenotype interactions among traits governing feeding preference are of fundamental importance to behavioral genetics and evolutionary biology. The genetic basis of behavioral traits has been explored in different taxa using different approaches. However, the complex nature of the genetic mechanisms undergirding behavior is poorly understood. Here, we present an evolutionary study of candidate genes related to parasitism in Calliphoridae (Diptera: Calyptratae). Closely related species in this family exhibit distinct larval feeding habits, most notably necro-saprophagy and obligate parasitism.

Methods

To understand the genetic and molecular bases underlying these habits, expression levels of eight candidate genes for feeding behavior-Cyp6g2, foragin

SUBMITTER: Cardoso GA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5088637 | biostudies-literature | 2016

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature