Article
Molecular genetic analysis of the yellow-breasted capuchin monkey: recommendations for ex situ conservation.
Genetics and molecular research : GMR - 1 Jan 2011
Oliveira C G, Gaiotto F A, Costa M A, Martinez R A
Abstract excerpt
The yellow-breasted capuchin monkey, Cebus xanthosternos, is one of the most endangered species of the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. In situ conservation for this species is problematic due to habitat destruction; therefore, captive conservation has been considered as an alternative strategy. A Studbook for C. xanthosternos has been kept for more than 20 years; however, no genetic data has been collected. Our aim...
Topics
- Animals
- Animals, Wild
- Brazil
- Cebus
- Conservation of Natural Resources
- Genetic Variation
- Trees
