Convergence of alimentary air inflation and adult non-feeding in insects, and possible adaptive functions

Among the many diverse traits of insects, the most speciose and successful terrestrial animals, is an incredible range of lifespans. While some are quite long-lived, such as cicadas (years as larvae) or termite queens (decades as adults), many insects, such a…

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