Reduction of Genetic Diversity of the Harpy Eagle in Brazilian Tropical Forests.

Habitat loss and fragmentation intensify the effects of genetic drift and endogamy, reducing genetic variability of populations with serious consequences for wildlife conservation. The Harpy Eagle (Harpia harpyja) is a forest dwelling species that is considered near threatened and suffers from habit...

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Main Authors: Aureo Banhos, Tomas Hrbek, Tânia M Sanaiotti, Izeni Pires Farias
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2016-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4752245?pdf=render