Introduction to Conservation Genetics 1st Edition by Richard Frankham, Jonathan Ballou, David Briscoe, Karina McInnes ISBN 978-0521639859 0521639859

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ISBN 10:  0521639859

ISBN 13: 978-0521639859

Author: Richard Frankham, Jonathan D. Ballou, David A. Briscoe, Karina H. McInnes

This textbook provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the importance of genetic studies in conservation. The text is presented in an easy-to-follow format with main points and terms clearly highlighted. Each chapter concludes with a concise summary, which together with worked examples, problems and answers, emphasize the key principles covered. Text boxes containing interesting case studies and other additional information enrich the content throughout. Over 100 beautiful pen and ink portraits of endangered species help bring the material to life.

Table of contents: 

Chapter 1 – Introduction
Chapter 2 – Genetics and extinction

SECTION I – EVOLUTIONARY GENETICS OF NATURAL POPULATIONS
Chapter 3 – Genetic diversity
Chapter 4 – Characterizing genetic diversity: single loci
Chapter 5 – Characterizing genetic diversity: quantitative variation
Chapter 6 – Evolution in large populations. I. Natural selection and adaptation
Chapter 7 – Evolution in large populations. II. Mutation, migration and their interactions with selection
Chapter 8 – Evolution in small populations
Chapter 9 – Maintenance of genetic diversity

SECTION II – EFFECTS OF POPULATION SIZE REDUCTION
Chapter 10 – Loss of genetic diversity in small populations
Chapter 11 – Inbreeding
Chapter 12 – Inbreeding depression
Chapter 13 – Population fragmentation
Chapter 14 – Genetically viable populations

SECTION III – FROM THEORY TO PRACTICE
Chapter 15 – Resolving taxonomic uncertainties and defining management units
Chapter 16 – Genetics and the management of wild populations
Chapter 17 – Genetic management of captive populations
Chapter 18 – Genetic management for reintroduction
Chapter 19 – Use of molecular genetics in forensics and to understand species biology
Chapter 20 – The broader context: population viability analysis (PVA)

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