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8032193 
Journal Article 
Cyclical Parthenogenesis in Daphnia: Sexual Versus Asexual Reproduction 
Decaestecker, E; De Meester, Luc; Mergeay, J 
2009 
295-316 
WOS:000283623900015 
In the current chapter, we discuss the peculiar but successful reproduction mode of cyclical parthenogenesis, using the cladoceran genus Daphnia as a model. We first focus on the cyclically parthenogenetic life cycle of Daphnia, the phylogenetic backgrounds of this reproduction mode, and how cyclical parthenogenesis impacts the genetic structure of Daphnia populations. Further, we discuss the advantages of sex. Finally, we change perspective and discuss evolution from cyclical parthenogenesis to strict asexuality in this genus. contrasting the advantages and drawbacks of both strategies, starting from the selective environment of obligate asexuals.