Inbreeding and extinction: island populations

Article Abstract:

Extinction tendency of island populations is significantly influenced by inbreeding depression. This finding was supported by research using both laboratory and domestic species, and endemic and nonendemic populations. Inbreeding is a more relevant factor for island and endemic species than mainland and nonendemic species due to geographical isolation and smaller population sizes.

Australia, Research, Island fauna, Island animals

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Inbreeding and extinction in island populations: a cautionary note

Article Abstract:

The relationship between inbreeding and population viability is explored and the inbreeding coefficients of endemic and exotic island populations is compared. It is suggested that a clearer understanding of the behavior and ecology of the different species may prove a more beneficial tool for management strategies than a simplistic identification and assumption of risk.

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Inbreeding and extinction in island populations: Reply to Elgar and Clode

Article Abstract:

Inbreeding depression cannot be excluded as a factor in the extinction proneness of island populations. There are enough evidences to prove that inbreeding depression in the wild is greater, and the deleterious effects of inbreeding are stronger in the wild than in captivity.

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