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The genomic footprint of myna invasion in Oman showcases desert isolation and urban connectivity.
Scientific reports - 23 Jun 2026
Al Rawahi Qais, Aliyu Abdullahi, Al-Obaidi Mazen M, Khalil Karim, Al-Lawati Masooma, Al-Jidaili Tahani A, Al-Maskari Basel S, Al-Shakili Ahmed M, Al-Toubi Jihad A, Al-Saadi Maisaa S, Abubakar Adamu Abdul, Mijangos Jose L
Abstract excerpt
Invasive species threaten global biodiversity, often adapting rapidly to new environments while outcompeting native species. The common myna (Acridotheres tristis) exemplifies this challenge in the Sultanate of Oman, where its aggressive behaviour and adaptability have displaced native bird species and disrupted ecosystems. Despite increasing concern, the genetic structure of this invasion remains unclear. Here...
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- Animals
- Oman
- Introduced Species
- Polymorphism, Single Nucleotide
- Genomics