ISSN:
1420-9071
Keywords:
Lepidoptera
;
pyrrolizidine alkaloid
;
pheromone
;
sexual selection
;
nuptial gift
;
egg defense
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Pyrrolizidine alkaloid sequestered by adult maleDanaus gilippus from plants is transferred in large measure to the female at mating, and by the female to the eggs. The eggs, presumably, are protected as a result. The male's courtship pheromone, danaidone, derived from the sequestered alkaloid, may function to advertise the male's alkaloid-donating capacity.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01954068
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