Behavioural evidence for a putative oviposition-deterring pheromone in the butterfly, Phengaris (Maculinea) teleius (Lepidoptera: Lycaenidae)
Larvae of the endangered Scarce Large Blue butterfly, Phengaris (Maculinea) teleius, are initially endophytic, feeding upon developing seeds of Sanguisorba officinalis, but complete their development as social parasites preying on the brood of Myrmica ants. Females show very specific preferences, la...
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Institute of Entomology, Biology Centre, Czech Academy of Science
2013-01-01
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| Series: | European Journal of Entomology |
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| Online Access: | https://www.eje.cz/artkey/eje-201301-0009_Behavioural_evidence_for_a_putative_oviposition-deterring_pheromone_in_the_butterfly_Phengaris_Maculinea_tel.php |