Mitogenomes of Giant-Skipper Butterflies reveal an ancient split between deep and shallow root feeders [version 1; referees: 2 approved]
Background: Giant-Skipper butterflies from the genus Megathymus are North American endemics. These large and thick-bodied Skippers resemble moths and are unique in their life cycles. Grub-like at the later stages of development, caterpillars of these species feed and live inside yucca roots. Adults...
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| Language: | English |
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F1000 Research Ltd
2017-03-01
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| Online Access: | https://f1000research.com/articles/6-222/v1 |