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Molecular systematics, phylogeny and biogeography of roaches (Rutilus, Teleostei, Cyprinidae).
Molecular phylogenetics and evolution - 1 Oct 2008
Ketmaier V, Bianco P G, Durand J-D
Abstract excerpt
In this study we used sequence data from the entire mtDNA cytochrome b gene to reconstruct patterns and times of diversification in the roach genus Rutilus. The genus is present with numerous endemic species in the Eastern peri-Mediterranean area and with a few widespread species in Central Europe. Our phylogenetic results do not support the subdivision into two subgenera proposed on morphological grounds. Within...
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