Molecular techniques are powerful tools that can address many research problems in insect
ecology. Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) is a widely used molecular marker. It is easy to use …

In many organisms, especially those of conservation concern, traditional lines of evidence
for taxonomic delineation, such as morphological data, are often difficult to obtain. In these …

ABSTRACT Gall wasps (Hymenoptera: Cynipidae) specializing on live oaks in the genus
Quercus (subsection Virentes) are a relatively diverse and well‐studied community with 14 …

The conventional morphological characterization of mosquito species remains heavily used
for species identification in Jazan, Saudi Arabia. It requires substantial expertise and time …

In an age of species declines, delineating and discovering biodiversity is critical for both
taxonomic accuracy and conservation. In recent years, there has been a movement away …

Simple Summary The riverine ecosystem of the Aurès Mountains in Algeria is situated in the
southern part of the Mediterranean basin. This unique region is an important centre of …

Most of the world's biodiversity is described primarily or exclusively using morphological
traits that may not always reflect the true evolutionary units. Accurate taxonomy is critical for …

The taxonomic structure of the Therates fruhstorferi species complex (sensu lato) within the
batesi-species group is revised. The lectotypes and paralectotypes of Therates fruhstorferi …

Tiger beetles are a popular group of insects amongst amateur naturalists, and are well-
represented in museum and private collections. New species descriptions plateaued in the …

Conservation biologists have long debated the value of subspecies, which are
morphologically and geographically identifiable but not necessarily evolutionarily distinctive …