The evolution of insect visual opsin genes with specific consideration of the influence of ocelli and life history traits.
Quentin GuignardJeremy D AllisonBernard SlippersPublished in: BMC ecology and evolution (2022)
The presence of the LW2b opsin in insects possessing three ocelli suggests a role in specific flight capabilities (e.g., stationary flight). This study provides the most complete view of the evolution of visual opsin genes in insects yet, and provides new insight into the influence of ocelli and life history traits on opsin evolution in insects.