Collegare la Biotremologia e la Chimica Ecologica: la proposta di un nuovo lessico per la comunicazione vibrazionale tra organismi

Biotremology, the study of vibrational communication through solid substrates, has gained recognition as a distinct scientific discipline. This article explores how biotremology parallels chemical ecology in studying inter- and intraspecific interactions mediated by physical or chemical signals. A new lexicon is proposed, introducing the terms “pherodones” for intraspecific vibrational signals and “allelodones” for interspecific signals, categorized into “kairodones,” “allodones,” and “synodones” based on their effects on emitter and receiver. These definitions align with established ecological chemical concepts, enhancing interdisciplinary communication. The potential applications of this framework are discussed, including sustainable pest control strategies combining vibrational and chemical signals