Mitochondrial DNA analysis in ayu (Plecoglossus altivelis) raises an urgent conservation need for its southernmost population
L. M. Ha, H. D. Tran, H. Takeshima, K. Iguchi
This study analyzes mitochondrial DNA in ayu populations to test the central-marginal hypothesis, finding low genetic diversity and significant differentiation in southern marginal populations.
bioRxiv · Jan 28, 2024 · PreprintEcology