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Phylogenetic and ecological drivers of dietary preferences in lizards: a comparative analysis

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Comparative analysis reveals how phylogenetic divergences influence dietary niches in lizard species, suggesting important ecological implications.

Eleven dietary categories showed significant phylogenetic signals, indicating niche conservatism.
Dietary preferences were notably influenced by climate, habitat type, and body size in lizards.
Phylogenetic analysis accounted for 52.5% of dietary variation among 347 lizard species studied.
Iguanians primarily consume plants and ants, while non-iguanians have more diverse diets, showing distinct ecological adaptations.

Cavalcanti et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Comparative analysis reveals how phylogenetic divergences influence dietary niches in lizard species, suggesting important ecological implications.