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Whole genomes reveal subpopulations and isolation-by-distance patterns in the Norwegian lemming.
BMC biology - 6 Mar 2026
Feinauer Isabelle Sofie, Ravasini Francesco, Lagerholm Vendela Kempe, Måsviken Johannes, Olsen Remi-Andre, Soler Lucile, Proux-Wera Estelle, Bunikis Ignas, Lantz Henrik, Lindblad-Toh Kerstin, Ehrich Dorothee, Ims Rolf A, Henttonen Heikki, Eide Nina E, Flagstad Øystein, Norén Karin, Angerbjörn Anders, Dalén Love
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The Norwegian lemming (Lemmus lemmus) is a small rodent endemic to the Fennoscandian alpine and arctic tundra. The species is known for cyclic population outbreaks and mass movements during peak years. Previous research based on microsatellites revealed high genetic variation but a weak population structure in the Norwegian lemming. RESULTS: In this study, we revisit the population structure of the...
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