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The genealogy and genetic viability of reintroduced Yellowstone grey wolves.
Molecular ecology - 1 Jan 2008
Vonholdt Bridgett M, Stahler Daniel R, Smith Douglas W, Earl Dent A, Pollinger John P, Wayne Robert K
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The recovery of the grey wolf in Yellowstone National Park is an outstanding example of a successful reintroduction. A general question concerning reintroduction is the degree to which genetic variation has been preserved and the specific behavioural mechanisms that enhance the preservation of genetic diversity and reduce inbreeding. We have analysed 200 Yellowstone wolves, including all 31 founders, for...
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