scholarly journals Low Neutral Genetic Diversity in an Isolated Greater Sage Grouse (Centrocercus Urophasianus) Population in Northwest Wyoming

2012 ◽  
Vol 35 ◽  
pp. 119-133
Author(s):  
Sarah Schulwitz ◽  
Jeff Johnson ◽  
Bryan Bedrosian
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Habitat Fragmentation ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Centrocercus Urophasianus ◽  
Small Population ◽  
Suitable Habitat ◽  
Sage Grouse ◽  
Asymmetric Dispersal ◽  
Anthropogenic Habitat ◽  
Neutral Genetic Diversity

Habitat loss is well recognized as an immediate threat to biodiversity. Depending on the dispersal capabilities of the species, increased habitat fragmentation often results in reduced functional connectivity and gene flow followed by population decline and a higher likelihood of eventual extinction. Knowledge of the degree of connectivity between populations is therefore crucial for better management of small populations in a changing landscape. A small population of greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) exists in northwest Wyoming within the Jackson Hole valley, including Grand Teton National Park and the National Elk Refuge. To what degree the Jackson population is isolated is not known as natural dispersal barriers in the form of mountains and anthropogenic habitat fragmentation may limit the population’s connectivity to adjacent populations. Using 16 microsatellite loci and 300 greater sage-grouse samples collected throughout Wyoming and southeast Montana, significant population differentiation was found to exist among populations. Results indicated that the Jackson population was isolated relative to the other sampled populations, including Pinedale, its closest neighboring large population to the south. The one exception was a small population immediately to the east of Jackson, in which asymmetric dispersal from Jackson into Gros Ventre was detected. Both Jackson and Gros Ventre populations exhibited significantly reduced levels of neutral genetic diversity relative to other sampled populations. More work is warranted to determine the timing at which Jackson and Gros Ventre populations had become isolated and whether it was primarily due to recent habitat fragmentation or more historic processes. Due to its small population size, continual monitoring of the population is recommended with the goal of at least maintaining current population size and, if possible, increasing suitable habitat and population size to levels recorded in the past.

Evolutionary genetics of small populations

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Richard Frankham ◽  
Jonathan D. Ballou ◽  
Katherine Ralls ◽  
Mark D. B. Eldridge ◽  
Michele R. Dudash ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Evolutionary Genetics ◽  
Small Population ◽  
Small Populations ◽  
Effective Population ◽  
Genetic Management ◽  
Evolutionary Genetic ◽  
Loss Of Genetic Diversity ◽  
Number Of Individuals

Genetic management of fragmented populations involves the application of evolutionary genetic theory and knowledge to alleviate problems due to inbreeding and loss of genetic diversity in small population fragments. Populations evolve through the effects of mutation, natural selection, chance (genetic drift) and gene flow (migration). Large outbreeding, sexually reproducing populations typically contain substantial genetic diversity, while small populations typically contain reduced levels. Genetic impacts of small population size on inbreeding, loss of genetic diversity and population differentiation are determined by the genetically effective population size, which is usually much smaller than the number of individuals.

scholarly journals Low genetic diversity in the endangered Taxus yunnanensis following a population bottleneck, a low effective population size and increased inbreeding

2016 ◽  
Vol 65 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Y. C. Miao ◽  
Z. J. Zhang ◽  
J. R. Su
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Habitat Fragmentation ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Effective Population Size ◽  
Spatial Genetic Structure ◽  
Population Bottleneck ◽  
Effective Population ◽  
Taxus Yunnanensis ◽  
Low Genetic Diversity ◽  
Two Populations

Abstract Taxus yunnanensis, which is an endangered tree that is considered valuable because it contains the effective natural anticancer metabolite taxol and heteropolysaccharides, has long suffered from severe habitat fragmentation. In this study, the levels of genetic diversity in two populations of 136 individuals were analyzed based on eleven polymorphic microsatellite loci. Our results suggested that these two populations were characterized by low genetic diversity (NE = 2.303/2.557; HO = 0.168/0.142; HE = 0.453/0.517), a population bottleneck, a low effective population size (Ne = 7/9), a high level of inbreeding (FIS = 0.596/0.702), and a weak, but significant spatial genetic structure (Sp = 0.001, b = −0.001*). Habitat fragmentation, seed shadow overlap and limited seed and pollen dispersal and potential selfing may have contributed to the observed gene tic structure. The results of the present study will enable development of practical conservation measures to effectively conserve the valuable genetic resources of this endangered plant.

scholarly journals Genetic mark‐recapture analysis of winter faecal pellets allows estimation of population size in Sage Grouse Centrocercus urophasianus

Ibis ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 162 (3) ◽  
pp. 749-765 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica E. Shyvers ◽  
Brett L. Walker ◽  
Sara J. Oyler‐McCance ◽  
Jennifer A. Fike ◽  
Barry R. Noon
Keyword(s):  
Population Size ◽  
Centrocercus Urophasianus ◽  
Sage Grouse ◽  
Mark Recapture ◽  
Faecal Pellets

Genetics of reintroduced populations of the narrowly endemic thistle, Cirsium pitcheri (Asteraceae)

Botany ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 91 (5) ◽  
pp. 301-308 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeremie B. Fant ◽  
Andrea Kramer ◽  
Eileen Sirkin ◽  
Kayri Havens
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Small Population ◽  
Native Plant ◽  
Effective Population ◽  
Term Survival ◽  
Inbreeding Coefficients ◽  
Native Populations ◽  
Population Sizes

The aim of any reintroduction is to provide sufficient genetic variability to buffer against changing selection pressures and ensure long-term survival. To date, few empirical studies have compared levels of genetic diversity in reintroduced and native plant populations. Using microsatellite markers, we measured the genetic diversity within reintroduced and native populations of the threatened Cirsium pitcher (Eaton) Torrey and Gray. We found that the use of local mixed source was successful in establishing populations with significantly higher genetic diversity (P < 0.005) than the native populations (allelic richness is 3.39 in reintroduced and 1.84 in native populations). However, the reintroduced populations had significantly higher inbreeding coefficients (P < 0.002) (FIS is 0.405 and 0.213 in reintroduced and in native populations, respectively), despite having multiple genetic founders, population sizes equivalent to native populations and a positive growth rate. These results may be due to inbreeding or the Wahlund effect, driven by genetic substructuring. This suggests that the small population size of these reintroduced populations may lead to genetic issues in the future, given the low number of flowering individuals each year. This highlights the importance of considering not only the number of source individuals but the effective population size of the reintroduction.

Conservation implications of small population size and habitat fragmentation in an endangered lupine

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-88 ◽  
Author(s):  
Glen Bupp ◽  
Angela Ricono ◽  
Cheryl L. Peterson ◽  
Christin L. Pruett
Keyword(s):  
Habitat Fragmentation ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Small Population ◽  
Small Population Size ◽  
Conservation Implications

Birds of a Feather do not Always Lek Together: Genetic Diversity and Kinship Structure of Greater Sage-Grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) in Alberta

The Auk ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 127 (2) ◽  
pp. 343-353 ◽  
Author(s):  
Krista L. Bush ◽  
Cameron L. Aldridge ◽  
Jennifer E. Carpenter ◽  
Cynthia A. Paszkowski ◽  
Mark S. Boyce ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Centrocercus Urophasianus ◽  
Sage Grouse ◽  
Kinship Structure

scholarly journals Effects of habitat fragmentation and human disturbance on the population dynamics of the Yunnan snub-nosed monkey from 1994 to 2016

PeerJ ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. e6633 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xumao Zhao ◽  
Baoping Ren ◽  
Dayong Li ◽  
Zuofu Xiang ◽  
Paul A. Garber ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Population Dynamics ◽  
Habitat Fragmentation ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Linear Models ◽  
Conservation Strategies ◽  
Source Population ◽  
Forest Patches ◽  
Current Conservation ◽  
Conservation Policies

In this study, we integrate data from field investigations, spatial analysis, genetic analysis, and Generalized Linear Models (GLMs) to evaluate the effects of habitat fragmentation on the population dynamics, genetic diversity, and range shifts in the endangered Yunnan snub-nosed monkey (Rhinopithecus bieti). The results indicate that from 1994 to 2016, R. bieti population size increased from less than 2,000 to approximately 3,000 individuals. A primary factor promoting population recovery was the establishment of protected nature reserves. We also found that subpopulation growth rates were uneven, with the groups in some areas, and the formation of new groups. Both the fragmentation index, defined as the ratio of the number of forest patches to the total area of forest patches (e.g., increased fragmentation), and increasing human population size had a negative effect on population growth in R. bieti. We recommend that government conservation plans prioritize the protection of particular R. bieti populations, such as the Baimei and Jisichang populations, which have uncommon haplotypes. In addition, effective conservation strategies need to include an expansion of migration corridors to enable individuals from larger populations such as Guyoulong (Guilong) to serve as a source population to increase the genetic diversity of smaller R. bieti subpopulations. We argue that policies designed to protect endangered primates should not focus solely on total population size but also need to determine the amount of genetic diversity present across different subpopulations and use this information as a measure of the effectiveness of current conservation policies and the basis for new conservation policies.

Genetic Diversity Within and Among Populations of Shorea Robusta Roxb. Ex Gaertn. In Bangladesh and Its Implications for Conservation

2021 ◽  
Vol 50 (2) ◽  
pp. 405-412
Author(s):  
Pragga Saha Sharmi ◽  
Md Abul Kashem ◽  
Rifat Samad ◽  
Mohammad Zabed Hossain
Keyword(s):  
Genetic Diversity ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Isolation By Distance ◽  
Genetic Erosion ◽  
Mantel Test ◽  
Small Population ◽  
Deciduous Forests ◽  
Shorea Robusta ◽  
Low Genetic Diversity ◽  
Geographical Regions

Fragmentation and reduction of natural population size render threats to the conservation of forest resources through depletion of genetic diversity. Hence, information on genetic structure of Sal (Shorea robusta Roxb. ex Gaertn.) populations is relevant for proper management and conservation of the tropical deciduous forests. The present study focused on assessing the genetic diversity of the populations of Sal which was the dominant tree species of the deciduous forests of Bangladesh. Plant leaf samples were collected from the three populations of Sal distributed in the three geographical regions including Madhupur tract in the districts Tangail and Gazipur and that of the districts of Cumilla and Dinajpur. DNA band profiles were generated using eight ISSR primers for a total of 13 samples taken from the three populations. Statistical analysis was done using PopGen 32 and GenAlEx 6.5 softwares. Principal coordinate analysis done on the DNA band profiles revealed that Sal populations of Madhupur tract and Cumilla positioned nearby while Dinajpur showed maximum genetic distance with that of Cumilla. Mantel test showed significant (p=0.05) correlation between genetic and geographic distances indicating “Isolation by Distance”. Data of the present study indicated higher genetic polymorphism (68.87%) in the Sal population of Madhupur tract compared to other two populations. Small population size of Sal of Dinajpur forest might be related with its low genetic diversity. Data of the present study suggest immediate attention for the conservation of Sal forests in Bangladesh before further genetic erosion occurs. Bangladesh J. Bot. 50(2): 405-412, 2021 (June)

scholarly journals Distribution and conservation of the Javan Hawk-eagle Spizaetus bartelsi

1999 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 333-349 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. (BAS) van Balen ◽  
Vincent Nijman ◽  
Resit Sözer
Keyword(s):  
Habitat Fragmentation ◽  
Population Size ◽  
Bird Species ◽  
Small Population ◽  
Forest Fragments ◽  
Field Surveys ◽  
Illegal Hunting ◽  
Small Population Size

SummaryThe Javan Hawk-eagle Spizaetus bartelsi is endemic to the island of Java. Severe habitat fragmentation and small population size, aggravated by illegal hunting have put this rainforest species on the list of threatened bird species. Intensive searching since 1986 resulted in the discovery of a large number of localities additional to the historic ones. All known locality records of Javan Hawk-eagle have been scrutinized and are listed in the present paper. Confirmed post-1980 records are from 24 forest fragments of varying sizes: 10 (including 28 discrete localities) in west, seven (including 14 discrete localities) in central and seven (including 20 discrete localities) in east Java. The configuration of available habitat in forest clusters is evaluated. The co-existence with other threatened bird taxa, and the need for further field surveys and studies of the Javan Hawk-eagle are discussed.

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