Gene flow and Andean uplift shape the diversification of Gasteracantha cancriformis (Araneae: Araneidae) in Northern South America

AimThe Andean uplift has played a major role shaping the current Neotropical biodiversity. However, in arthropods other than butterflies, little is known about how this geographic barrier has impacted species historical diversification. Here we examined the phylogeography of the widespread and color polymorphic spider Gasteracantha cancriformis to: (i) evaluate the... Show more