Conservation managers typically need to make prompt decisions based on limited
information and resources. Consequently, generalisations have essential roles in guiding …

Insects constitute vital components of ecosystems. There is alarming evidence for global
declines in insect species diversity, abundance, and biomass caused by anthropogenic …

Genetic rescue–ameliorating inbreeding depression and restoring genetic diversity of inbred
populations through gene flow-is valuable in wildlife conservation. Empirically validated …

Eight extant species of pangolins are currently recognized. Recent studies found that two
mitochondrial haplotypes identified in confiscations in Hong Kong could not be assigned to …

The habitats of most species have been fragmented by human actions, isolating small
populations that consequently develop genetic problems. Millions of small, isolated …

Natural populations are becoming increasingly fragmented which is expected to affect their
viability due to inbreeding depression, reduced genetic diversity and increased sensitivity to …

Sea turtles represent an ancient lineage of marine vertebrates that evolved from terrestrial
ancestors over 100 Mya. The genomic basis of the unique physiological and ecological traits …

Museum specimens include genetic information from when they were collected. This
historical information, which is very difficult to ascertain from samples collected currently …

The management of livestock breeds and threatened natural population share common
challenges, including small effective population sizes, high risk of inbreeding, and the …

The decline of biodiversity can occur with a substantial delay following habitat loss,
degradation, and other environmental changes, such as global warming. Considerable time …