Population Genetics of Small Mammals in the Southern Appalachians
Steele MA and Browne R. 1990. Population Genetics of Small Mammals in the Southern Appalachians. National Park Service
The goal of the study was to 'characterize the gene pools of two species of small mammals' of the spruce-fir forests. Deer mice and red-backed voles were chosen as subjects. A conclusion of the study was that the isolation of these high-elevation species has resulted in a reduction of genetic variability.
- Type
- Published Report
- Authors
- Steele, Michael; Browne, Robert
- Date of Issue
- 1990
- Publisher
- National Park Service
- Units
- GRSM
- Keywords
- Animal Studies, Genetics, Great Smoky Mountains National Park NC TN, GRSM-00752, GRSM-00908, Population, Small Mammals, Spruce-Fir Forest