Genetic variability and structure of jaguar (Panthera onca) in Mexican zoos.
Genetica
; 144(1): 59-69, 2016 Feb.
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| ID: mdl-26790662
Genealogical records of animals (studbook) are created to avoid reproduction between closely related individuals, which could cause inbreeding, particularly for such endangered species as the Panthera onca (Linnaeus, 1758). Jaguar is the largest felid in the Americas and is considered an important ecological key species. In Mexico, wild jaguar populations have been significantly reduced in recent decades, and population decline typically accompany decreases in genetic variation. There is no current census of captive jaguars in Mexico, and zoos do not follow a standardized protocol in breeding programs based on genetic studies. Here, we emphasise the importance of maintaining an adequate level of genetic variation and propose the implementation of standardised studbooks for jaguars in Mexico, mainly to avoid inbreeding. In addition, achieving the aims of studbook registration would provide a population genetic characterisation that could serve as a basis for ex situ conservation programmes.
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Asunto principal:
Variación Genética
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Conservación de los Recursos Naturales
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Panthera
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Genética de Población
Límite:
Animals
País/Región como asunto:
Mexico
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En
Revista:
Genetica
Año:
2016
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Article
Pais de publicación:
Países Bajos