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Developmental instability as an estimator of genetic stress.
Heredity - 1 Feb 2006
Pertoldi C, Kristensen T N, Andersen D H, Loeschcke V
Abstract excerpt
To set conservation priorities, scientists should be able to assess the relative threats posed by the effects of loss of genetic variability, inbreeding and outbreeding as these can generate 'genetic stress'. Developmental instability (DI) has been suggested as an indicator of stress, possibly being more sensitive than other measures. However, there is controversy as to whether DI is an accurate and reliable tool...
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