Frequent intertrophic transmission of Wolbachia by parasitism but not predation
Zhichao Yan, Lan-Da Qi, Han-Le Ji, Xiaoxiang Wang, Xiao‐Yue Hong, Yuan‐Xi Li
This study identifies parasitism as the main route of intertropical Wolbachia transmission, showing evidence of bidirectional transfers between parasitoid wasps and their hosts.
bioRxiv · Mar 20, 2024 · PreprintMicrobiology