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Protected Species Research Publications - Taxonomy and Genetics

These publications focus on the classification of protected species as well as studies that apply genetic approaches to understanding protected species biology, ecology, and conservation needs.

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Large black and white sea turtle swims in the blue ocean with yellow and black striped fish The Pacific leatherback sea turtles have existed in their current form without scales and a hard shell since the age of the dinosaurs, but threats from bycatch, egg harvesting, and degradation of nesting habit have made this species endangered. Photo credit: Jason Isley, Scubazoo.
2400x1800-PIFSC-PRIA-Baker-Island-2012-sea-turtle-Paula.Ayotte.jpg An immature green sea turtle swims above a coral reef at Baker Island in the Pacific Island Remote Area. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.