Genetic diversity and population history of a critically endangered primate, the northern muriqui (Brachyteles hypoxanthus).

Social, ecological, and historical processes affect the genetic structure of primate populations, and therefore have key implications for the conservation of endangered species. The northern muriqui (Brachyteles hypoxanthus) is a critically endangered New World monkey and a flagship species for the...

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Main Authors: Paulo B Chaves, Clara S Alvarenga, Carla de B Possamai, Luiz G Dias, Jean P Boubli, Karen B Strier, Sérgio L Mendes, Valéria Fagundes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2011-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3108597?pdf=render