Evolutionary Ecology: Insect Mothers Control Their Egg Colours.
Animal egg coloration has long provided a valuable testing ground for evolutionary ideas. A new study shows that female stink bugs can flexibly control the colour of their eggs depending on the prevailing conditions, including for protection from ultraviolet light.
Centre for Ecology & Conservation, University of Exeter, Penryn Campus, Penryn, Cornwall, TR10 9FE, UK. Electronic address: martin.stevens@exeter.ac.uk.
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