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Genetic structure of the European hedgehog (Erinaceus europaeus) in Denmark.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2020
Rasmussen Sophie Lund, Nielsen Jeppe Lund, Jones Owen R, Berg Thomas B, Pertoldi Cino
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OBJECTIVES: Low genetic diversity can lead to reduced average fitness in a population or even extinction. Preserving genetic connectivity across fragmented landscapes is therefore vital to counteract the negative consequences of genetic drift and inbreeding. This study aimed to assess the genetic composition and consequently the conservation status of a nationwide sample of European hedgehogs (Erinaceus...
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