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The Evolution of Insect Mating Systems (Paperback)
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The Evolution of Insect Mating Systems (Paperback)
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Insects display a staggering diversity of mating and social
behaviours. Studying these systems provides insights into a wide
range of evolutionary and behavioural questions, such as the
evolution of sex, sexual selection, sexual conflict, and parental
care. This edited volume provides an authoritative update of the
landmark book in the field, The Evolution of Insect Mating Systems
(Thornhill and Alcock, 1983), which had such a huge impact in
shaping adaptationist approaches to the study of animal behaviour
and influencing the study of the evolution of reproductive
behaviour far beyond the taxonomic remit of insects. This
accessible new volume brings the empirical and conceptual scope of
the original book fully up to date, incorporating the wealth of new
knowledge and research of the last 30 years. It explores the
evolution of complex forms of sex determination in insects, and the
role of sexual selection in shaping the evolution of mating
systems. Selection arising via male contest competition and female
choice (both before and after copulation) are discussed, as are the
roles of parasites and pathogens in mediating the strength of
sexual selection, and the role that parental care plays in
successful reproduction. The Evolution of Insect Mating Systems is
suitable for both graduate students and researchers interested in
insect mating systems or behaviour from an evolutionary, genetical,
physiological, or ecological perspective. Due to its
interdisciplinary and concept-driven approach, it will also be of
relevance and use to a broad audience of evolutionary biologists.
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