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science2 years ago•2 min saved

Uncovering the Genetic Journey of Invasive Fish through Freshwater Connectivity

A study conducted at the IISD-Experimental Lakes Area in Ontario, Canada, has found that freshwater connectivity can transport environmental DNA (eDNA) through the landscape. The research used eDNA metabarcoding to analyze fish and zooplankton communities in connected lakes. The study revealed that eDNA can be transported between freshwater bodies, highlighting its potential as a tool for comprehensive freshwater biodiversity monitoring. The findings emphasize the importance of considering connectivity when designing eDNA surveys and collecting samples from multiple locations to obtain a complete picture of biodiversity. Further research is needed to understand the factors influencing the spatial resolution of eDNA detection.

via Phys.org|

#aquatic-ecosystems #biodiversity-monitoring #environmental-dna-edna

science2 years ago•4 min saved

Cracking Darwin's Mystery: Decoding Species Abundance

A study led by researchers from the German Centre for Integrative Biodiversity Research, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, and the University of Florida has shed light on the global species abundance distribution (gSAD), a pattern that reveals how many species are common, rare, or fall in between. By analyzing data from the Global Biodiversity Information Facility, the researchers found that most species are rare but not extremely so, with only a few species being highly common. However, the veil of understanding remains partially lifted for many species groups, such as insects. The findings highlight the importance of biodiversity monitoring and provide insights into the ecological and evolutionary mechanisms that govern species abundance.

via SciTechDaily|

#biodiversity #biodiversity-monitoring #charles-darwin

science-and-technology2 years ago•5 min saved

"Groundbreaking Study: Airborne Animal DNA Extracted in Danish Forest"

Scientists from the Globe Institute at the University of Copenhagen conducted an experiment in a Danish forest, using DNA air samplers to collect airborne particles and identify animal species. Over three days, they discovered DNA traces from 64 animal species, including domestic animals and terrestrial wild animals such as red deer, roe deer, and white-tailed eagles. The results show the potential of DNA air sampling as a valuable tool for biodiversity monitoring and understanding ecosystem changes. Despite limitations, this non-invasive technique could aid in disease surveillance and forensic investigations, and represents an exciting frontier in biological and ecological research.

via Earth.com|

#animal-dna #biodiversity-monitoring #dna-air-sampling