The Evolutionary Ecology of Ant-Plant Mutualisms
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This important work explores the natural history, experimental approach, and integration of evolutionary and ecological literature of ant-plant mutualisms.
Preface; 1. Introduction; 2. Origins and early evolution of ant-plant mutualisms; 3. Plant protection by direct interaction; 4. Plant protection by indirect interaction; 5. Myrmecotrophy; 6. The dispersal of seeds and fruits by ants; 7. Ant pollination; 8. Food rewards for ant mutualists; 9. Variation and evolution of ant-plant mutualisms; References; Index.
