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Range-Wide Analysis Of The Genetic Diversity And Genetic Structure Of The Spotted Turtle (Clemmys Guttata), Madison S. Whitehurst
Range-Wide Analysis Of The Genetic Diversity And Genetic Structure Of The Spotted Turtle (Clemmys Guttata), Madison S. Whitehurst
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Understanding the spatial distribution of genetic diversity and structure in endangered species is vital for effective conservation management. This research discusses the results of an initial analysis of the genetic structure and variation of the spotted turtle (Clemmys guttata), a species of conservation interest. The study sampled 913 individuals from 78 unique locales across 16 states in the eastern portion of the species' range. Utilizing ddRADSeq, a de novo genome assembly was developed to identify nearly 20,000 potential loci. A total of 926 were selected for this analysis. Results revealed no spatial clustering of genetic diversity or structure, …