Thursday, April 28, 2022

Decreased genetic diversity in immune system could impact endangered toad survival

A new study examines immune system diversity in the critically endangered Wyoming toad and finds that genetic bottlenecks could impact a species' ability to respond to new pathogens. The findings could inform captive breeding strategies for endangered animal populations.

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