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Reference genomes created for 5 endangered cetacean species

This Wild Genomes project sequenced five whale species that represent evolutionary diversity across the cetacean…

Revive & Restore TeamAugust 22, 2024

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Genomics inform conservation of vulnerable narwhal populations

In East Greenland, the iconic narwhal (Monodon monoceros) is under threat from overexploitation and may…

Revive & Restore TeamAugust 21, 2024

A team of scientists discovered a rare Chile Mountains false toad, an elusive amphibian endemic to Chilean forests. They collected DNA samples for genomic analysis to support conservation efforts and investigate potential skin toxins.

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National Geographic: The race to save the ‘holy grail’ of amphibians from extinction

The Chile Mountains False Toad (Telmatobufo venustus) is an elusive amphibian, endemic to Chilean forests.…

Revive & Restore TeamJuly 22, 2024

Leadbeater's possum (Gymnobelideus leadbeateri) | Alamy

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New Genetic Management Hub Scales Genetic Rescue for Wildlife

Many endangered species are now highly inbred, threatening long-term recovery. Researchers at Monash University have…

Revive & Restore TeamJune 27, 2024

Silvery Blue butterfly (Glaucopsyche lygdamus)—the closest living relative of the extinct Xerces Blue butterfly (G. xerces)—released in the sand dunes of the Presidio in California in 2024.

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Relative of extinct butterfly helps fill the ecological void

California Academy of Sciences and Presidio Trust repopulate sand dunes with relative of extinct Xerces…

Revive & Restore TeamApril 15, 2024

Leadbeater's possum | Credit: Dan Harley

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Genetic Management Hub Upscales Genetic Rescue for Wildlife

Climate change, habitat loss, and over-harvesting of wildlife have led to declines in many species.…

Revive & Restore TeamJanuary 25, 2024

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Genomics help identify threats and guide recovery strategies for Chilean False Toads

The Chile Mountains False Toad (Telmatobufo venustus) belongs to an ancient group of species, all…

Revive & Restore TeamJanuary 17, 2024

Pyjama shark (Poroderma africanum) | Shutterstock

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Building the first detailed reference genome for pyjama sharks in South Africa

The pyjama shark (Poroderma africanum) is a keystone species in South African kelp ecosystems, but…

Revive & Restore TeamJanuary 11, 2024

Brown Sea Cucumber (c) Sarita Claudia Frontana Uribe

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Assessing population structure and health of endangered brown sea cucumbers

Overharvesting of the brown sea cucumber (Isostichopus fuscus) in the Galápagos Islands led to a…

Revive & Restore TeamJanuary 10, 2024

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Advancing recovery strategies for the last wild takahē

The takahē is the rarest and largest flightless rail in the world. Once considered extinct,…

Revive & Restore TeamOctober 23, 2023

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Reference genomes created for 5 endangered cetacean species

Genomics inform conservation of vulnerable narwhal populations

National Geographic: The race to save the ‘holy grail’ of amphibians from extinction

New Genetic Management Hub Scales Genetic Rescue for Wildlife

Relative of extinct butterfly helps fill the ecological void

Genetic Management Hub Upscales Genetic Rescue for Wildlife

Genomics help identify threats and guide recovery strategies for Chilean False Toads

Building the first detailed reference genome for pyjama sharks in South Africa

Assessing population structure and health of endangered brown sea cucumbers

Advancing recovery strategies for the last wild takahē

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