Abstract
It is unknown whether homologous loci underlie the independent and parallel wing pattern radiations of Heliconius butterflies. By comparing the locations of color patterning genes on linkage maps we show that three loci that act similarly in the two radiations are in similar positions on homologous chromosomes.
Publication types
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Comparative Study
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, Non-P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Acclimatization / genetics*
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Animals
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Butterflies / genetics*
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Chromosomes
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Gene Expression Profiling
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Genes, Insect
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Insect Proteins / metabolism
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Pigmentation / genetics*
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Wings, Animal / metabolism
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Wings, Animal / physiology*