Preliminary data suggests genetic distinctiveness of gyr and saker falcons |
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Authors: | Nick Dawnay Ross McEwing Roger S Thorpe Rob Ogden |
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Institution: | (1) School of Biological Sciences, University of Wales, Bangor, LL57 2UW, UK;(2) Wildlife DNA Services, Memorial Building, Deiniol Road, Bangor, LL57 2UW, UK |
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Abstract: | The inadequately controlled trade in gyr and saker falcons has lead to saker falcons becoming endangered and both species
being CITES listed. However, the phylogenetic relationship between these nominal species is unresolved preventing their molecular
identification and limiting the availability of data for conservation management. This study amplified DNA from the mitochondrial
cytochrome oxidase I (COI) gene and nine nuclear microsatellite markers to highlight previously unobserved genetic differences
between these two putative species. Results show that gyr and saker are paraphyletic using COI and therefore indistinguishable
using this marker. However, the microsatellite allele frequency differences suggest that it is possible to assign an unidentified
bird to its correct species with 98% accuracy. The results suggest the two species should be monitored separately to ensure
short term conservation success.
Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users. |
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Keywords: | Species identification Saker falcon Gyr falcon Microsatellites COI |
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