Niche analyses and the potential distribution of four invasive bumblebees worldwide [PDF]
Ecology and EvolutionThe introduction of bees for agricultural production in distinct parts of the world and poor management have led to invasion processes that affect biodiversity, significantly impacting native species. Different Bombus species with invasive potential have
Tania Paola López‐Aguilar +6 more
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Pollination success increases with plant diversity in high-Andean communities [PDF]
Scientific Reports, 2021 Pollinator-mediated plant–plant interactions have traditionally been viewed within the competition paradigm. However, facilitation via pollinator sharing might be the rule rather than the exception in harsh environments.
Sabrina S. Gavini +3 more
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Delayed differentiation of epidermal cells walls can underlie pedomorphosis in plants: the case of pedomorphic petals in the hummingbird-pollinated Caiophora hibiscifolia (Loasaceae, subfam. Loasoideae) species [PDF]
EvoDevo, 2022 Background Understanding the relationship between macroevolutionary diversity and variation in organism development is an important goal of evolutionary biology.
Marina M. Strelin +4 more
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Correction to: Delayed differentiation of epidermal cells walls can underlie pedomorphosis in plants: the case of pedomorphic petals in the hummingbird-pollinated Caiophora hibiscifolia (Loasaceae, subfam. Loasoideae) species [PDF]
EvoDevo, 2022 Marina M. Strelin +4 more
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Ecological convergence in phytochemistry and flower-insect visitor interactions along an Andean elevation gradient. [PDF]
Ecol Evol, 2023 In this study, we detected patterns of ecological convergence along elevation in floral volatiles as well as cost–benefit ratio in seed versus pollinated seeds. Our results suggest that these evolutionary patterns are the result of biotic and abiotic pressures.
Carvajal Acosta AN +7 more
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3D pollination biology using micro-computed tomography and geometric morphometrics in Theobroma cacao. [PDF]
Appl Plant Sci, 2023 Abstract Premise Imaging technologies that capture three‐dimensional (3D) variation in floral morphology at micro‐ and nano‐resolutions are increasingly accessible. In herkogamous flowers, such as those of Theobroma cacao, structural barriers between anthers and stigmas represent bottlenecks that restrict pollinator size and access to reproductive ...
Wolcott KA +4 more
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Gene Flow and Vertical Stratification of Pollination in the Bat-Pollinated Liana <i>Marcgravia longifolia</i>. [PDF]
Ecol EvolThis study investigates pollen dispersal, vertical stratification of gene flow, and spatial genetic structure in the bat‐pollinated liana Marcgravia longifolia in a western Amazonian forest. Flowers are produced from the forest floor to the canopy, allowing analysis of pollination across strata.
Gottstein M +6 more
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An elevational gradient in floral traits and pollinator assemblages in the Neotropical species Costus guanaiensis var. tarmicus in Peru. [PDF]
Ecol Evol, 2023 We analyzed floral traits and pollinator assemblages in the Neotropical species Costus guanaiensis var. tarmicus along a steep elevational gradient in Peru. Results show floral traits and pollinator assemblage variation along the elevational gradient. We examined our results considering two hypotheses: (1) local adaptation to different bee assemblages ...
Maguiña-Conde R +2 more
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Ecological correlates of crop yield growth and interannual yield variation at a global scale [PDF]
Web Ecology, 2021 Artificial selection and genetic engineering plus an expanding repertoire and use of agrochemical inputs have allowed a rapid and continuous increase in crop yield (i.e., volume production per unit area) over the last century, which is needed to fulfill ...
G. Gleiser +4 more
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Ecología Austral, 2022 La polinización biótica afecta de forma directa al rendimiento de la mayoría de especies vegetales cultivadas. Por eso es importante monitorear el estado del servicio de polinización en un lote; sin embargo, es raro que esto se lleve a cabo.
Joana P. Haedo +4 more
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