Decoupled wing evolution reveals trait-specific links between morphology, geography, and diversification in Ithomiini butterflies.
Nicolas Chazot, Maël Doré, Adrien Mathou, Keith R. Willmott, Suzie Lagarde, Andre V. L. Freitas, Raphaël Cornette, Marianne Élias
This study examines the relationship between diversification and phenotypic evolution in Ithomiini butterflies, finding trait-specific and geographically structured links between forewing shape evolution and diversification.
bioRxiv · Sep 28, 2026 · PreprintEcology