Generalized mutualisms promote range expansion in both plant and ant partners
P. Nathan, B. Guenard, E. P. Economo, A. Simonsen, M. Frederickson
The paper analyzes global data on mutualistic traits and species ranges to show that generalized mutualisms enhance the spread of legumes and ants beyond their native ranges, while specialized mutualisms hinder it.
bioRxiv · Apr 12, 2023 · PreprintEcology