Article
Cryptic Chromosomal Diversity in the Complex "Geophagus" brasiliensis (Perciformes, Cichlidae).
Zebrafish - 1 Feb 2016
Oliveira Isabel Araújo, Argolo Leandro Araújo, Bitencourt Jamille de Araújo, Diniz Débora, Vicari Marcelo Ricardo, Affonso Paulo Roberto Antunes de Mello
Abstract excerpt
Among American cichlids, Geophagus stands out as a species-rich genus widespread over neotropical region. Despite their diversity and confusing taxonomy, only few and basic chromosomal reports are available in populations/species along Atlantic coast, hindering our understanding about evolutionary trends in this genus. Therefore, detailed chromosomal studies were performed in "Geophagus" brasiliensis complex from...
Topics
- Animals
- Chromosomes
- Cichlids
- DNA, Ribosomal
- Genetic Variation
- Phylogeny
- Species Specificity
