Variation in genetic diversity of tree sparrow (Passer montanus) population in long-term environmental heavy metal polluted areas.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2020.114396
Abstract: Genetic diversity is the bedrock of evolution. The "Genetic Erosion" hypothesis posits that environmental pollution could cause reduced genetic diversity. To explore the effects of heavy metal pollution on genetic diversity in natural populations, we… read more here.
Keywords: heavy metal; genetic diversity; tree sparrow; diversity ... See more keywords
Duplicate genes as sources for rapid adaptive evolution of sperm under environmental pollution in tree sparrow
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DOI: 10.1111/mec.16833
Abstract: Environmental pollution can result in poor sperm quality either directly or indirectly in birds. However, adaptive and compensatory sperm morphology changes and motility improvements have rapidly evolved in tree sparrows (Passer montanus) inhabiting polluted areas… read more here.
Keywords: evolution sperm; environmental pollution; pim1; tree sparrow ... See more keywords