Current status of genetic disturbances in wild medaka populations (<Emphasis Type="Italic">Oryzias latipes</Emphasis> species complex) in Japan |
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Authors: | Ryohei Nakao Yuka Iguchi Naoto Koyama Koji Nakai Tadao Kitagawa |
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Institution: | 1.Program in Environmental Management, Graduate School of Agriculture,Kindai University,Nara,Japan |
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Abstract: | We revealed the range and current status of genetic disturbances in wild medaka populations (Oryzias latipes species complex) using two DNA markers (cytb gene and b-marker). Genetic disturbances were detected in many wild populations throughout Japan and were primarily caused by artificial introduction of the commercial medaka variety, himedaka. We identified native medaka populations without introgressions, which may be significant conservation targets. To conserve the native genetic diversity of the medaka species complex, further introduction of himedaka should be prevented by educating the public about the current status and risks of introducing non-native medaka varieties into the wild. |
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