Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan Provinces
The genetic diversity of 22 colonies of the termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> was analyzed in Shaanxi and Sichuan provinces. It was found that the genetic diversity in both regions was quite similar. However, the distribution of genetic variations within the colonies was uneven. Th...
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| description | The genetic diversity of 22 colonies of the termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> was analyzed in Shaanxi and Sichuan provinces. It was found that the genetic diversity in both regions was quite similar. However, the distribution of genetic variations within the colonies was uneven. The termite colonies showed moderately high genetic diversity, a positive sign for adaptability and survival. The study also revealed a favorable mix of different genetic types within the colonies, indicating a healthy level of genetic variation. However, there was limited genetic exchange among different colonies, leading to noticeable genetic differences. When looking at the genetic structures, the colonies in Shaanxi were quite similar; those in Sichuan showed more variation, and some Sichuan colonies had identical genetic structures to those in Shaanxi. Regarding breeding systems, the colonies in Shaanxi were mainly extended families, meaning they had multiple generations living together. In contrast, most colonies in Sichuan were simple families consisting of just one generation; this difference might be due to the natural, less disturbed environments in Shaanxi, which support more extensive and complex colonies. On the other hand, the urban environments in Sichuan, with their intricate cement structures, made it difficult for termite colonies to expand. Overall, the study highlights the genetic diversity and breeding strategies of <i>R. flaviceps</i> in different environments, providing insights into their adaptability and survival mechanisms. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-8f9b4c7c2ebd4334a286bc075b5f6b2a2025-08-20T03:47:52ZengMDPI AGCurrent Issues in Molecular Biology1467-30371467-30452025-04-0147530410.3390/cimb47050304Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan ProvincesZahid Khan0Haroon1Yu-Feng Meng2Lian-Xi Xing3College of Life Sciences, Northwest University, Xi’an 710069, ChinaCollege of Life Sciences, Northwest University, Xi’an 710069, ChinaCollege of Life Sciences, Northwest University, Xi’an 710069, ChinaCollege of Life Sciences, Northwest University, Xi’an 710069, ChinaThe genetic diversity of 22 colonies of the termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> was analyzed in Shaanxi and Sichuan provinces. It was found that the genetic diversity in both regions was quite similar. However, the distribution of genetic variations within the colonies was uneven. The termite colonies showed moderately high genetic diversity, a positive sign for adaptability and survival. The study also revealed a favorable mix of different genetic types within the colonies, indicating a healthy level of genetic variation. However, there was limited genetic exchange among different colonies, leading to noticeable genetic differences. When looking at the genetic structures, the colonies in Shaanxi were quite similar; those in Sichuan showed more variation, and some Sichuan colonies had identical genetic structures to those in Shaanxi. Regarding breeding systems, the colonies in Shaanxi were mainly extended families, meaning they had multiple generations living together. In contrast, most colonies in Sichuan were simple families consisting of just one generation; this difference might be due to the natural, less disturbed environments in Shaanxi, which support more extensive and complex colonies. On the other hand, the urban environments in Sichuan, with their intricate cement structures, made it difficult for termite colonies to expand. Overall, the study highlights the genetic diversity and breeding strategies of <i>R. flaviceps</i> in different environments, providing insights into their adaptability and survival mechanisms.https://www.mdpi.com/1467-3045/47/5/304<i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i>microsatellite locigenetic diversitybreeding system |
| spellingShingle | Zahid Khan Haroon Yu-Feng Meng Lian-Xi Xing Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan Provinces Current Issues in Molecular Biology <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> microsatellite loci genetic diversity breeding system |
| title | Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan Provinces |
| title_full | Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan Provinces |
| title_fullStr | Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan Provinces |
| title_full_unstemmed | Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan Provinces |
| title_short | Genetic Diversity and Breeding System of the Pestiferous Subterranean Termite <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> Across Shaanxi and Sichuan Provinces |
| title_sort | genetic diversity and breeding system of the pestiferous subterranean termite i reticulitermes flaviceps i across shaanxi and sichuan provinces |
| topic | <i>Reticulitermes flaviceps</i> microsatellite loci genetic diversity breeding system |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/1467-3045/47/5/304 |
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