Mitochondrial DNA and Distribution Modelling Evidenced the Lost Genetic Diversity and Wild-Residence of Star Tortoise, <i>Geochelone elegans</i> (Testudines: Testudinidae) in India

Mitochondrial DNA and Distribution Modelling Evidenced the Lost Genetic Diversity and Wild-Residence of Star Tortoise, <i>Geochelone elegans</i> (Testudines: Testudinidae) in India

The Indian star tortoise (<i>Geochelone elegans</i>) is a massively traded animal in South Asia. To mitigate this risk, the conservation agencies recommended guidelines to safeguard this charismatic species in nature. We adopted mitochondrial DNA-based investigation and performed species...

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Main Authors: Shantanu Kundu, Tanoy Mukherjee, Ah Ran Kim, Soo-Rin Lee, Abhishek Mukherjee, Won-Kyo Jung, Hyun-Woo Kim
Formato: Artigo
Idioma:English
Publicado: MDPI AG 2022-12-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
testudines
wildlife trafficking
conservation genetics
suitable habitat
translocation
conservation
Acceso en liña:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/13/1/150

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