Publications by authors named "Melanie Leclair"
Article Synopsis
- Symbiotic relationships between microbes and insects, especially in cases of multiple infections, can significantly influence the abundance of these microbes and the host's characteristics.
- The study focuses on the pea aphid, which hosts both Hamiltonella defensa and Rickettsiella viridis, two protective symbionts that defend against different enemies.
- Findings revealed that while Rickettsiella affects Hamiltonella's abundance, it doesn’t impact its protective function, whereas Hamiltonella negatively influences Rickettsiella’s protection without affecting its abundance, leading to reduced survival and reproduction in the aphids.
