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Genetic diversity and structure lag the effects of contemporary environmental changes in a platypus meta-population.
Heredity - 1 Jul 2025
Ahrens Collin W, Griffiths Josh, Danger Al, Coleman Rhys, van Rooyen Anthony, Furlan Elise, Weeks Andrew R
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The platypus is an evolutionary unique mammal on the east coast of mainland Australia and throughout Tasmania. The species is dependent on freshwater ecosystems, is declining throughout its range, and is listed as Vulnerable in the state of Victoria, and Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. This relatively long-lived species is cryptic and nocturnal making it difficult to study in natural populations. Relatively...
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