Genetic structure of the endangered milky stork (Mycteria cinerea) in Thailand with implications for captive breeding and reintroduction

Genetic structure of the endangered milky stork (Mycteria cinerea) in Thailand with implications for captive breeding and reintroduction

Abstract Local extinction of milky stork Mycteria cinerea has been reported from the wild of Thailand. Only one captive population exists at Nakhon Ratchasima Zoo and is currently maintained as a breeding stock of the country. To initiate future reintroduction program, determination of genetic diver...

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Main Authors: Amporn Wiwegweaw, Damisa Kaminsin, Chitchai Chantangsi, Natapot Warrit, Nutthanun Khantasup, Saowaphang Sanannu, Wirongrong Changphet
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-07-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Conservation
D-loop
Genetic diversity
Microsatellite polymorphism
Wading birds
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-10726-3
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