Cannibalism in temporary waters: Simulations and laboratory experiments revealed the role of spatial shape in the mosquito Aedes albopictus.

Cannibalism is a commonly observed phenomenon in arthropod species having relevant consequences for population dynamics and individual fitness. It is a context-dependent behaviour and an understanding of the factors affecting cannibalism rate is crucial to highlight its ecological relevance. In mosq...

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Published in:	PLoS ONE
Main Authors:	Valentina Mastrantonio, Graziano Crasta, Arianna Puggioli, Romeo Bellini, Sandra Urbanelli, Daniele Porretta
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2018-01-01
Online Access:	http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC5973580?pdf=render