Global Amphibian Declines, Loss of Genetic Diversity and Fitness: A Review
It is well established that a decrease in genetic variation can lead to reduced fitness and lack of adaptability to a changing environment. Amphibians are declining on a global scale, and we present a four-point argument as to why this taxonomic group seems especially prone to such genetic processes...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2010-01-01
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| Series: | Diversity |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/1424-2818/2/1/47/ |