Geographical patterns of intraspecific genetic diversity reflect the adaptive potential of the coral Pocillopora damicornis species complex.

Abstract excerpt

Marine heatwaves are increasing in intensity and frequency however, responses and survival of reef corals vary geographically. Geographical differences in thermal tolerance may be in part a consequence of intraspecific diversity, where high-diversity localities are more likely to support heat-tolerant alleles that promote survival through thermal stress. Here, we assessed geographical patterns of intraspecific...

Topics

• Anthozoa
• Animals
• Genetic Variation
• Coral Reefs
• Indian Ocean
• Adaptation, Physiological
• Pacific Ocean