Yadav, S., Patel, S., Kithulgoda, S., Brown, H., & Thistleton, B. 2025 Genetic insights into the first detection of Paracoccus marginatus (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) in Australia. Journal of Insect Science 25(1): 6; ieae118

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distribution

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Notes: Using partial mitochondrial COI gene, and 2 nuclear ribosomal RNA genes—18S and 28S, we examined (i) the robustness of P. marginatus molecular diagnosis using 3 genes and (ii) the genetic diversity, haplotype diversity, and demographics (a) within the newly detected population of P. marginatus in Australia and (b) by comparing the newly invaded population in Australia with global populations. By examining genetic factors from the start of the invasion, our study provides insights into the introduction frequency, spread of the species into new areas, its adaptive and spread capacity.

https://doi.org/10.1093/jisesa/ieae118

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