Biology
The Impact of Habitat Fragmentation on Genetic Diversity in Tree Kangaroos
Quick fact
In fragmented forests, tree kangaroos have significantly lower genetic diversity and higher inbreeding than those in continuous forests, with genetic differences becoming more pronounced over generations, threatening their adaptability and survival.
Why this is interesting
Tree kangaroos are elusive animals of the rainforest canopy, but their world is shrinking. How does the fragmentation of their forest home slowly erode their genetic toolkit?