Endocrine regulation of beetle horn polyphenism

Key Points

• Horn development relies on complex endocrine regulation linked to hormonal signaling in beetles.
• Key endocrine factors drive morphological traits influencing beetle horn size, impacting mating success.
• Assessment of hormonal signaling pathways highlights their role in triggering polyphenism during beetle development.
• Understanding these mechanisms supports the exploration of evolutionary consequences of hormonal influences on morphology.