Analysis of a hyper-diverse seed dispersal network: modularity and underlying mechanisms

摘要: Mutualistic interactions involving pollination and ant-plant mutualistic networks typically feature tightly linked species grouped in modules. However, such modularity is infrequent seed dispersal networks, presumably because research on those predominantly includes a single taxonomic animal group (e.g. birds). Herein, for the first time, we examine pattern of interaction network that multiple groups dispersers, mechanisms underlying modularity. We found was nested modular, with five distinguishable Our examination showed plant trait values were associated specific modules but phylogenetic effect limited. Thus, this only partially explained by shared evolutionary history. conclude observed emerged combination history convergence phylogenetically unrelated species, shaped particular types agents.