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Study to test red deer DNA

Study to test red deer DNA

Edinburgh University are carrying out analaysis using hi-tech DNA markers


By Selena Masson

Sunday, 22 November 2009

Studies are being carried out to monitor the genetic purity of red deer on the Scottish Islands

A study is under way to monitor the genetic purity of red deer on the Scottish islands and establish whether they have been affected by cross-breeding with non-native species over the past decade. The Deer Commission has commissioned Edinburgh University to carry out the analysis using hi-tech microsatellite DNA markers. Molecular ecologist professor Josephine Pemberton will deliver the findings in August next year.



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