Female Drosophila melanogaster gene expression and mate choice: candidate genes underlying sexual isolation

Background The evolution of female choice mechanisms favouring males of their own kind is considered as crucial step during the early stages of speciation. However, although the genomics of mate choice may influence both the likelihood and speed of speciation, the identity and location of genes underlying assortative mating remain largely unknown.

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Bailey RI, Innocenti P, Morrow EH, Friberg U, Qvarnström A