Genetic diversity of the ant genus Aphaenogaster Mayr in the Southeastern United States

Monday, November 11, 2013
Exhibit Hall 4 (Austin Convention Center)
Clinton E. Trammel , Department of Entomology, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Amber D. Tripodi , Department of Entomology, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
Allen L. Szalanski , Department of Entomology, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, AR
The ant genus Aphaenogaster Mayr (Formicidae) is a ubiquitous member of the eastern deciduous forest fauna.  This genus contains species groups that are difficult to separate morphologically; however, use of a genetic marker could aid in species identification.  By looking at a portion of the mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase subunit I gene, genetic variability and species identification within the genus is examined from specimens collected throughout the Southeastern United States.
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