Color polymorphic carnivores have faster speciation rates

Abstract Variation in coat color is a prominent feature in carnivores, thought to be shaped by environmental factors. As new traits could allow populations to occupy novel niches and habitats, color polymorphism may be maintained by balancing selection. Consequently, color polymorphic species may sp...

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Main Authors: Moritz M. Heuer, Klaus Fischer, Laura Tensen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-10-01
Series:Scientific Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-74747-0
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