Meanwhile, @IJMonod in Paris, we analyzed genetically the worldwide distribution of past and present Asiatic wild asses once distributed from Western Europe to the Tibetan highlands but suffered since drastic range contraction and local extinction. 7/20 https://t.co/hfd5YG2Fux
Taming the late Quaternary phylogeography of the Eurasiatic wild ass through ancient and modern DNA.
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The collective discussions show a strong interest in the evolutionary history and geographic patterns of Eurasian wild asses, with mentions of ancient DNA analysis and conservation implications. One user questions prior research publication details, reflecting engagement with the scientific context, while others appreciate the geographic and genetic insights, indicating recognition of the study’s importance.
Posts generally acknowledge the significance of the study and its findings, with some referencing prior research and specific details about the wild asses' distribution.
The discussion demonstrates high curiosity about Eurasian wild asses, evident in mentions of geographic spread and genetic analysis.
Participants engage with the content by referencing publication details and scientific methods, indicating moderate depth of reflection.
The posts highlight the importance of the research for conservation and understanding species evolution, underscoring its meaningful contribution.
Abstract in brief
- The study investigates the genetic history and relationships of the Eurasian wild ass over the last 100,000 years, using ancient and modern DNA to clarify its evolutionary origins and geographic spread.
- Researchers identified 11 distinct genetic groups (clades) with clear geographic patterns, including placing extinct European wild asses within the evolutionary context of Asian wild relatives, and found evidence of recent interbreeding between different populations.
- These findings help improve the classification of wild ass species, understand historical distribution and interbreeding, and support conservation efforts for endangered populations by providing a clearer evolutionary and geographic framework.
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Most liked on X and Bluesky@DRMegafauna Dear Diego. I am not sure if you get about these sentences because you liked them or because you wanted to challenge them. Our paper you mention has been published two years ago in PLoS ONE 12(4): e0174216. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0174216
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Evolutionary History and Distribution of Eurasian Wild Asses
This video explores the genetic history and geographic spread of Eurasian wild asses over the past 100,000 years, highlighting distinct genetic groups, evolutionary origins, and recent interbreeding, to inform…
The Evolutionary History of European Wild Asses and Related Species
This part reviews the Cebro or zebro, an alleged extinct animal often linked to the European wild ass or Hydruntine. It also discusses cave art depicting extinct wild asses, neighboring equines, and debates on the…
Meanwhile, @IJMonod in Paris, we analyzed genetically the worldwide distribution of past and present Asiatic wild asses once distributed from Western Europe to the Tibetan highlands but suffered since drastic range contraction and local extinction. 7/20 https://t.co/hfd5YG2Fux
@DRMegafauna Dear Diego. I am not sure if you get about these sentences because you liked them or because you wanted to challenge them. Our paper you mention has been published two years ago in PLoS ONE 12(4): e0174216. doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0174216
Taming the Late Quaternary phylogeography of the Eurasiatic wild ass through ancient and modern DNA http://www.biorxiv.org/content/early/2016/12/02/090928
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