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Darryl T. Gwynne is a Professor in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at the University of Toronto, with a focus on various aspects of reproduction, particularly male investment and sexual selection. His research delves into how sexual differences in mating behavior, ornaments, and weaponry play a role in sexual competition. He studies a range of systems, primarily involving insects and spiders, and has conducted extensive work on orthopteran insects such as crickets, katydids, and New Zealand weta. One of his focal species, the Mormon cricket, demonstrates intriguing life history traits and sexual behavior, showing apparent phases of solitary and gregarious living. His research contributes to the understanding of evolutionary processes and the dynamics of mating systems. Through his lab and various academic channels, he stays engaged with the latest developments in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, providing insights and updates to graduate students and the academic community.
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