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A single introduction of wild rabbits triggered the biological invasion of Australia.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America - 30 Aug 2022
Alves Joel M, Carneiro Miguel, Day Jonathan P, Welch John J, Duckworth Janine A, Cox Tarnya E, Letnic Mike, Strive Tanja, Ferrand Nuno, Jiggins Francis M
Abstract excerpt
Biological invasions are a major cause of environmental and economic disruption. While ecological factors are key determinants of their success, the role of genetics has been more challenging to demonstrate. The colonization of Australia by the European rabbit is one of the most iconic and devastating biological invasions in recorded history. Here, we show that despite numerous introductions over a 70-y period,...
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