Geography is a stronger predictor of diversification of monogenean parasites (Platyhelminthes) than host relatedness in characin fishes of Middle America.

Host-parasite associations have historically been considered compelling examples of coevolution and useful in examining cospeciation. However, modern molecular methods have revealed more complex dynamics than previously assumed, with host-switching events appearing commonly across taxa and challengi...

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Main Authors: Fernando Alda, Edgar F Mendoza-Franco, William Hanson-Regan, Ruth G Reina, Eldredge Bermingham, MarkE Torchin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2025-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0316974
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