Non-invasive eDNA reveals the ecological and genetic status of the Western Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus aquitanicus) in the Eastern Pyrenees
Pauline Buso, Paris Céleste, Manon Canal, Morgane Tassaint, Sylvain Danielo, Anaïs Gibert, Rupert Palme, Sabine Macho‐Maschler, Christel Llauro, Gwenaël Jacob, Valérie Delorme‐Hinoux, Joris A. M. Bertrand, Olivier Rey
The paper uses non-invasive eDNA from fecal samples to assess the ecological and genetic status of the Western Capercaillie in the Pyrenees, finding low genetic diversity and inbreeding.
Environmental DNA · Mar 1, 2026Peer-reviewedEcology