Identifying source populations for the reintroduction of the Eurasian beaver, Castor fiber L. 1758, into Britain: evidence from ancient DNA
Abstract Establishing true phylogenetic relationships between populations is a critical consideration when sourcing individuals for translocation. This presents huge difficulties with threatened and endangered species that have become extirpated from large areas of their former range. We utilise anc...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nature Publishing Group
2018-02-01
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Series: | Scientific Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-018-21173-8 |