Figs and fig wasps form one of the best known examples of species-specific mutualism and
coevolution. Recent experiments and observations have led to a better understanding of the …

Local mate competition (LMC) favours female biased clutch sex ratios because it reduces
competition between brothers and provides extra mating opportunities for sons. Fig wasps …

As anthropogenic environmental changes spread and intensify across the planet,
conservation biologists have to analyze dynamics at large spatial and temporal scales …

Plant reproduction is highly vulnerable to environmental conditions such as temperature
and, consequently, planet warming may have significant consequences on the reproductive …

Floral scents have been suggested to play a key role in the obligate pollination mutualism
between figs and fig wasps. However, few studies have determined whether pollinator …

The higher order classification of both Agaonidae and Ficus reflects convergent adap-tation
and not monophyly. A remarkable match exists between the classification of Ficus and …

The mutualistic interaction of figs with their species‐specific wasp pollinators and the role of
figs as 'keystone'plant resources in tropical communities has received substantial attention …

Floral longevity is assumed to reflect a balance between the benefit of increased pollination
success and the cost of flower maintenance. Flowers of Kalmia latifolia (Ericaceae) …

Hybridization plays a significant role in biological evolution. However, it is not clear whether
ecological contingency differentially influences likelihood of hybridization, particularly at …

Yield and fruit quality in fig (Ficus carica L.) are highly dependent on cultural practices
especially caprification (pollination). However, this technique remains not well controlled in …