Does population size affect genetic diversity? A test with sympatric lizard species

2015/08/26 by Michael T.J. Hague, M T J Hague, Eric J. Routman +1 · 1 voice · 30 citations
Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · Environmental Science · #Genetic diversity and population structure #Evolution and Genetic Dynamics #Species Distribution and Climate Change

paper · pdf · doi:10.1038/hdy.2015.76

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Discussions

• Bigger population = more genetic diversity? Not always. Chuckwallas (S. ater) have smaller local populations than sympatric desert lizards, yet show comparable genetic diversity, suggesting selection, [bsky, 15 points, 1 comments]