Genotype-by-Environment Interactions and Sexual Selection (ePub)

Sexual selection is recognized as being responsible for some of
the most extravagant morphologies and behaviors in the natural
world, as well as a driver of some of the most rapid evolution.
While Charles Darwin's theory is now a fundamental component
of modern evolutionary biology, the impact of
genotype-by-environment interactions on sexual selection has thus
far received little attention.

This book represents the first comprehensive analysis of the
role genotype-by-environment interactions play in sexual selection
and the potential implications that they have for the evolutionary
process. The Editors have identified 13 topics that currently
define the field and shed light on the impacts of these
interactions on sexual selection. This includes key topics, such as
resolving the lek paradox and how genotype-by-environmental
interactions can compromise the honesty of sexual signals. The
volume also outlines key questions that remain unanswered and
provides a comprehensive guide to analyzing genotype-by-environment
interactions.

The mix of theory, empirical studies, and practical instructions
from world leading experts make this book a particularly potent and
definitive guide on the topic. It will be of interest to
evolutionary biologists, spanning from genomicists to
behaviorists.

"This is a very timely book, covering a topic that
should change the way we think about sexual selection. The
contributors are all leaders and the topics should provide guidance
to many PhD projects in the years to come. GEI is increasingly
shown to be important, and it seems likely that it is critical in
species where sexual selection is operating. This book is likely to
help revitalize the study of sexual selection." Professor
Allen Moore, The University of Georgia

"GEIs fascinate evolutionary biologists, but the unique
consequences for sexually selected traits have been neglected -
until now. This multi-authored book comprehensively explains key
theoretical concepts, handles practical 'how to' issues
and uses classic case studies to illustrate the value of studying
GEIs. It is a must read for everyone interested in sexual
selection." Professor Michael Jennions, The Australian
National University