AFLP Analysis of genetic variation on captive-bred chinese alligators: an application to select individuals for release

Abstract 10.1002/zoo.20110.abs The Chinese alligator (Alligator sinensis) is a critically endangered species in China. Wild populations of Chinese alligator are on the edge of extinction. Through a release program, some captive-bred alligators will be selected and released into the wild to supplement and renew natural populations. The purpose of this study was to investigate the […]