We're really happy to finally see this out in Integrative Zoology!

We investigated whether the type of breeding site influences the evolution of male weaponry, using Neotropical frogs from the subfamily Leptodactylinae as models. (1/3)

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Our poster on courtship behavior and call description in female Crossodactylus schmidti (a Neotropical #frog) is now available on the #ABS2025 #VirtualMeeting platform.

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#FemaleCall #LatinaInSTEM #HERpers

We found reports of female calls in over 100 anuran species across 53 genera and 29 families. Yet most studies are anecdotal and rarely explore their function, costs, or benefits.

We summarize existing knowledge, propose a standardized classification, and highlight key challenges for future research.

The second male flower deposited more pollen on stigmas, even when controlling for time effects. This suggests smothering or displacement of the first male’s pollen, much like last-male sperm precedence in animals. #SexualSelection #MatingSystems

To teste these hypotheses, we used quantum dots, tagging flowers with color-coded markers. This allowed us to track pollen transfer to female flowers and develop the following predictions:

We tracked pollen on sunbirds visiting *Tritoniopsis antholyza* and tested two hypotheses:
1) Pollen preclusion: First male's pollen blocks later pollen.
2) Pollen smothering/displacement: Last male's pollen dominates.
#PlantScience #Pollination

Ever wondered how flowers compete for space on a pollinator's body? Check out our new paper! 🌸

Led by @pammsantana.bsky.social, we reveal how plants with granular pollen can exhibit a last-male advantage. 🤓