Evaluation of hybridization and introgression of Trachemys gaigeae and Trachemys scripta in Big Bend National Park
Jackson JT, Forstner MR, Dixon JR. 2007. Evaluation of hybridization and introgression of Trachemys gaigeae and Trachemys scripta in Big Bend National Park. San Marcos and College Station
The Big Bend Slider (Trachemys gaigeae) is an Emydid turtle that was once common throughout the Rio Grande watershed from west Texas into New Mexico. Ernest (1992) shows several large gaps in their distribution. While it is still common in some areas such as Big Bend National Park, anthropogenic changes such as the construction of reservoirs, and the reduction of the river flow, have altered or destroyed much of their habitat, resulting in gaps in their distribution.
- Type
- Published Report
- Authors
- Jackson, J; Forstner, M.; Dixon, J.
- Date of Issue
- 2007-11
- Units
- BIBE
- Keywords
- Animal Studies, Big Bend slider, Fisheries Management, Reptiles/Amphibians, Watershed Management