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International Journal of Zoology and Applied Biosciences Research Article

Received on: 01/06/2025

Revised on: 13/06/2025

Accepted on: 20/07/2025

Published on: 31/06/2025

  • Priti Saxena( 2025).

    Integrative analysis of morphological and molecular diversity in Lohita grandis populations across agroclimatic zones of India

    . International Journal of Zoology and Applied Biosciences, 10( 4), 147-152.

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Abstract

Understanding the genetic and morphological diversity of agriculturally significant insect species like Lohita grandis is crucial for ecological monitoring and sustainable pest management. This study investigates populations from four distinct agroclimatic zones using both morphological traits and molecular markers (COI and ITS2). Significant inter-zonal variability was found in body length, weight, and genetic sequences. Phylogenetic analysis revealed zone-specific clustering, suggesting restricted gene flow and possible local adaptation. Our findings provide a baseline for biodiversity conservation and evolutionary studies of this species.

Keywords

Lohita grandis, Morphological variation, Molecular markers, Agroclimatic zones, Phylogenetics.

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