Larviposition site selection mediated by volatile semiochemicals of larval origin in Glossina palpalis gambiensis
G. Gimonneau, R. Ouedraogo, E. Salou, J.-B. Rayaisse, B. Buatois, P. Solano, L. Dormont, O. Roux, J. Bouyer
This study shows that Glossina palpalis gambiensis females select larviposition sites based on volatile semiochemicals from larvae, even without physical contact with the substrate.
bioRxiv · Oct 11, 2019 · PreprintAnimal Behavior & Cognition