Genetic Diversity and Relatedness among Captive African Painted Dogs in North America

African painted dogs (<i>Lycaon pictus,</i> APD) are highly endangered, with fewer than 7000 remaining in nature. Captive breeding programs can preserve a genetically diverse population and provide a source of individuals for reintroductions. However, most programs are initiated from few...

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Main Authors: Cassandra M. Miller-Butterworth, Karen Vacco, Amy L. Russell, Joseph C. Gaspard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-09-01
Series:Genes
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4425/12/10/1463