Publications by authors named "Cheryl Keough"
Article Synopsis
- Two invasive Asian earthworm species have established themselves in North American forests, causing substantial ecological damage, which may be partly due to their unique genetic and reproductive traits.
- A study analyzed 216 and 196 individuals of these species from multiple Vermont locations, revealing that while the worms were mainly hermaphroditic, many lacked male reproductive structures, leading to clonal reproduction.
- Despite the dominance of clonal reproduction, genetic diversity was observed, with numerous genotypes at different sites, suggesting that these earthworms may occasionally reproduce sexually, contributing to their adaptability and spread.
