Reproductive mode and population genetic structure of the cereal aphid Sitobion avenae studied using phenotypic and microsatellite markers (original) (raw)

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The reproductive modes and population genetic structure of the cereal aphid Sitobion avenae were examined using phenotypic and microsatellite markers. This study identifies various breeding system variants among aphid populations, including holocyclic, intermediate, androcyclic, and anholocyclic forms, highlighting the geographical influences on reproductive strategies. The findings emphasize the significance of genetic markers in understanding the complex evolutionary relationships and population structures within aphid species.