Mitochondrial DNA haplotypes reveal a fine-scale population structure in sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) around Sao Miguel Island (Azores)
Stéphanie R.A. Suciu, José M. N. Azevedo, Seán A. O’Callaghan, Bruno Serranito, Jean‐Luc Jung
This study uses mitochondrial DNA haplotypes from fecal and skin samples to reveal fine-scale population structure in sperm whales around Sao Miguel Island, showing geographic distribution linked to maternal lineages.
bioRxiv · Jul 22, 2026 · PreprintEcology