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Identification Of Segregating Haplotypes Of The Major Histocompatibility Complex In Cranes, Susan I. Jarvi, George F. Gee, W. Elwood Briles, Marcia M. Miller
Identification Of Segregating Haplotypes Of The Major Histocompatibility Complex In Cranes, Susan I. Jarvi, George F. Gee, W. Elwood Briles, Marcia M. Miller
Proceedings of the North American Crane Workshop
The major histocompatibility complex (Mhc) is thought to exist in all vertebrate species. In most species, a high degree of polymorphism is maintained in this region at mUltiple loci which encode molecules that serve in the presentation of foreign antigens to T lymphocytes (Klein 1986, Miller 1991). In this investigation, serological and recombinant DNA techniques are being used to investigate genetic diversity at the Mhc in several species of cranes, to investigate questions of paternity in some instances, and to develop practical methods for determining Mhc haplotype •. Blood samples are provided by the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center (PWRC), Laurel, …
Managing Nature Reserves For Cranes In China, James Harris
Managing Nature Reserves For Cranes In China, James Harris
Proceedings of the North American Crane Workshop
During the past 15 years, China has established more than 300 nature reserves. Many of the wetland reserves have been created primarily to protect endangered cranes. This paper summarizes the status of 22 nature reserves, 13 for breeding cranes and 9 for wintering cranes. The nature reserves have often been established in areas heavily populated or intensively used for economic purposes. Many reserves have been effective in stopping hunting of cranes. Taking of eggs or young has also been greatly reduced, but general human disturbances threaten successful nesting. Reserve authorities have also taken steps to prevent destruction or degradation of …