Behavior and body size modulate the defense of toxin-containing sawfly larvae against ants
Abstract The sawfly larvae of most Argidae and Pergidae (Hymenoptera: Symphyta) species contain toxic peptides, and these along with other traits contribute to their defense. However, the effectiveness of their defense strategy, especially against ants, remains poorly quantified. Here, five Arge spe...
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Nature Portfolio
2021
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