Digest: Population genomics reveals convergence toward melanism in different island populations.

Evolution 75 (6) 1582-1584 [2021-06-00; online 2021-05-05]

Distinct traits between mainland and island populations provide an excellent opportunity to study the evolution and genetic basis of these traits. In this issue, Walsh et al. unraveled the evolution of black plumage color that arose independently in two island populations of the white-winged fairywren. They also described the first steps in understanding the genetic underpinnings of this trait.

PubMed 33905142

DOI 10.1111/evo.14242

Crossref 10.1111/evo.14242