Unraveling the Invasion Puzzle: Contrasting Success and Failure in Global Whitefly and Thrips Species
When an invasive insect arrives in a new region, genetic analysis for identification is a crucial step, especially as nuanced variations in populations often contribute to a species’ invasive potential. (Photos by Babu Panthi, Ph.D., University of Florida; Carl Barrentine, Bug Guide; Choi and Lee (2018); Dreamstime Images (204693333, 206675336, 232488730, 285200326, 338987666, 338987666, 338988018); […]