Whole genome survey of big cats (Genus: Panthera) identifies novel microsatellites of utility in conservation genetic study

Abstract Big cats (Genus: Panthera) are among the most threatened mammal groups of the world, owing to hunting, habitat loss, and illegal transnational trade. Conservation genetic studies and effective curbs on poaching are important for the conservation of these charismatic apex predators. A limite...

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Main Authors: Jee Yun Hyun, Puneet Pandey, Kyung Seok Kim, Alvin Chon, Daecheol Jeong, Jong Bhak, Mihyeon Yu, Hye Kyung Song, Randeep Singh, Mi-Sook Min, Surendra Prakash Goyal, Damdingiin Bayarkhagva, Taisia Marchenkova, Anna Vitkalova, Hang Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Publishing Group 2021-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-92781-0