The revision of the classification and phylogeny of the Dorylomimini (beetles which parasitize ants) is proposed. This study should contribute to the understanding of the evolution of beetles which live in ant colonies and parasitize ants. It should also contribute evidence for the understanding of ant evolution and to the understanding of the integrating mechanisms that permit foreign organisms to live in societies of social insects.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Environmental Biology (DEB)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
8706943
Program Officer
Scott L. Collins
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1987-10-15
Budget End
1991-09-30
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1987
Total Cost
$101,000
Indirect Cost
Name
California State University-Chico
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Chico
State
CA
Country
United States
Zip Code
95929