Genomic insights into the successful invasion of the avian vampire fly (Philornis downsi) in the Galapagos Islands
Aarati Basnet, Catalina Palacios, Hao Meng, Dhruv R Nakhwa, Thomas Farmer, Nishma Dahal, David Anchundia, George E. Heimpel, Charlotte E. Causton, Jennifer A. H. Koop, Sangeet Lamichhaney
This study uses whole-genome sequencing to analyze genetic diversity and selection in Philornis downsi populations from Galapagos and Ecuador, identifying genomic regions linked to invasion success.
Molecular Biology and Evolution · Mar 1, 2025Peer-reviewedEvolutionary Biology