ISSN:
1420-9071
Keywords:
Mitochondrial DNA
;
RFLP
;
Leptinotarsa decemlineata
;
Colorado potato beetle
;
population genetics
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary This study demonstrates variability in restriction enzyme cleavage sites of mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) among four popalations of Colorado potato beetle (CPB). A suite of three enzymes (EcoRI,HpaI,PstI) was sufficient to discriminate among the populations tested. Individuals heteroplasmic for restriction enzyme patterns were found in some populations. Variability in CPB mtDNA should prove useful in efforts to trace the origin and dispersal of the species in North America.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01959950