Evolutionary BiologybioRxiv
Ancient symbiosis confers desiccation resistance to stored grain pest beetles
T. Engl, N. Eberl, C. Gorse…·M. Kaltenpoth
The paper shows ancient bacterial symbionts in beetles enhance desiccation resistance by altering cuticle properties, aiding survival in dry environments.
DOI 10.1111/mec.14418