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Population Genetic Differences Between Two Cucurbit Leaf Beetles With Contrasting Feeding Preferences.

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Summary

Dietary breadth significantly impacts Aulacophora beetle population genetics. Polyphagous Aulacophora indica shows higher genetic diversity and gene flow than oligophagous Aulacophora lewisii, suggesting diet shapes pest genetic patterns.

Keywords:

agriculture pest cucurbit leaf beetles feeding difference mitochondrial genome population genetics

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Area of Science:

Population genetics
Insect ecology
Molecular biology

Background:

Aulacophora beetles are significant pests of cucurbit crops.
Limited research exists on the population genetics of Aulacophora species.
Understanding genetic diversity is crucial for pest management strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the population genetic structure of two Aulacophora beetle species, Aulacophora indica and Aulacophora lewisii.
To compare genetic diversity and differentiation between a polyphagous and an oligophagous species.
To explore the influence of dietary breadth on population genetic patterns.

Main Methods:

Mitogenome sequencing of 211 individuals (102 A. indica, 109 A. lewisii).
Analysis of genetic diversity, genetic differentiation (FST), and gene flow (Nm).
Testing for isolation by distance (IBD) and neutrality.

Main Results:

Aulacophora indica exhibited higher genetic diversity and gene flow compared to Aulacophora lewisii.
A. indica populations showed low genetic differentiation and no isolation by distance.
A. lewisii populations displayed higher genetic differentiation and significant isolation by distance.
Neutrality tests indicated potential population expansion or positive selection in both species.

Conclusions:

Dietary breadth is a key factor shaping population genetic characteristics in Aulacophora beetles.
Human-mediated agriculture may influence the genetic diversity and structure of these pest populations.
Findings provide insights into the evolutionary dynamics of cucurbit pests.