University of New Mexico UNM Digital Repository Biology ETDs Electronic Theses and Dissertations 5-1-2011 Divergence in the ecology of two species of Gambusia in secondary contact Daniella M. Swenton Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/biol_etds Recommended Citation Swenton, Daniella M.. "Divergence in the ecology of two species of Gambusia in secondary contact." (2011). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/biol_etds/105 This Dissertation is brought to you for free and open access by the Electronic Theses and Dissertations at UNM Digital Repository. It has been accepted for inclusion in Biology ETDs by an authorized administrator of UNM Digital Repository. For more information, please contact
[email protected]. DIVERGENCE IN THE ECOLOGY OF TWO SPECIES OF GAMBUSIA IN SECONDARY CONTACT BY Daniella M. Swenton B.S., Environmental Science, University of Vermont, 2003 DISSERTATION Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy Biology The University of New Mexico Albuquerque, New Mexico May, 2011 Dedication This dissertation is dedicated to my loved ones. My dad adores exploring nature and inspired that passion in me. Deb is a well of unconditional love & support. My sister, Deborah, & Hank, Bean, Jas, & Mer are the calm anchor to my whipping kite. My mom always encourages me to reach higher. My brothers keep me on my toes and in smiles. Erin, Cyndi, Cara Lea, Sarah, Tansey, Lis, Yadeeh, Maria, Brit, 'Rie, Apple, Fred, Andee, & Shannon are my spiritual and girl-power strength. And finally to Travis, for your one shine. iii Acknowledgements I would like to thank my dissertation committee, Astrid Kodric-Brown, Tom Turner, Blair Wolf, & Joel Trexler.