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Rapid urbanization reduces genetic diversity and increases genetic differentiation of a lynx spider Oxyopes sertatus in central Taiwan.
Scientific reports - 25 Feb 2026
Lo Ying-Yuan, Wei Chi, Chen Wan-Jyun, Lin Chung-Ping
Abstract excerpt
Urbanization is a dominant force driving destructive and irreversible changes of natural habitats in modern times. While the effects of urbanization on community composition and phenotypic responses are well-documented, its influence on genetic diversity and population structure remains understudied, particularly for invertebrates in subtropical regions. This study tested the hypothesis that urbanization reduces...
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