| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7770659 | Biochemical Systematics and Ecology | 2011 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Longitarsus melanocephalus sequesters iridoid glycosides from its host plant Plantago lanceolata. ⺠Ants have been described as predators that are especially sensitive to iridoids. ⺠Two ant species were tested in prey choice experiments. ⺠Myrmica rubra avoided L. melanocephalus larvae and pupae. ⺠Lasius niger in contrast was not deterred by the iridoid glycosides present in the beetle offspring.
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Authors
Christian Ulrich Baden, Thomas Geier, Stephan Franke, Susanne Dobler,