Making progress in genetic kin recognition among vertebrates.
A recent study in BMC Evolutionary Biology has shown that genetically similar individual ring-tailed lemurs are also more similar in their scent composition, suggesting a possible mechanism of kin recognition. Theoretical and experimental studies reveal challenges ahead in achieving a true systems-level understanding of this process and its outcomes.
Hurst
Jane L
JL
Mammalian Behaviour and Evolution Group, School of Veterinary Science, University of Liverpool, Leahurst Campus, Neston CH647TE, UK. jane.hurst@liv.ac.uk
Beynon
Robert J
RJ
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