Development and evolution of insect pigmentation: Genetic mechanisms and the potential consequences of pleiotropy

Wittkopp, PJ.; Beldade, P.

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Wittkopp, PJ.

Beldade, P.

Abstract(s)

Insect pigmentation is a premier model system in evolutionary and developmental biology. It has been at the heart of classical studies as well as recent breakthroughs. In insects, pigments are produced by epidermal cells through a developmental process that includes pigment patterning and synthesis. Many aspects of this process also impact other phenotypes, including behavior and immunity.

Keywords

Drosophila Lepidoptera Melanization Cis-regulation Variation

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http://hdl.handle.net/10400.7/197

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Wittkopp PJ & P Beldade. 2009. Development and evolution of insect pigmentation: genetic mechanisms and the potential consequences of pleiotropy. Seminars in Cell & Developmental Biology 20, 65-71