Island size vs. genetic load in Galapagos mockingbirds. Finally it’s out, congrats to Jakub Vlček! Thanks to all collaborators. doi.org/10.1111/mec....
Genomes of Galápagos Mockingbirds Reveal the Impact of Island Size and Past Demography on Inbreeding and Genetic Load in Contemporary PopulationsRestricted range size brings about noteworthy genetic consequences that may affect the viability of a population and eventually its extinction. Particularly, the question if an increase in inbreeding...doi.org