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Hybridization between the mallard and native dabbling ducks: causes, consequences and management
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posted on 2014-01-01, 00:00 authored by Patrick GuayPatrick Guay, A Taysom, R Robinson, J P TraceyWaterbirds are currently facing various threats throughout the world. One threat that is often overlooked is hybridization with introduced species. This threatening process is especially significant for dabbling ducks (Genus Anas). The Mallard (Anas platyrhyn chos) has been introduced to various parts of the world and now hybridizes and threatens numerous Anas species. In this paper, we review hybridization between Mallards and dabbling ducks with a specific emphasis on threats to the Pacific Black Duck (A. superciliosa). We then present an overview of the potential mechanisms of hybridization and discuss monitoring techniques. We conclude by proposing management strategies and speculating on the future of native dabbling duck species.
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Pacific conservation biologyVolume
20Issue
1Pagination
41 - 47Publisher
CSIRO PublishingLocation
Clayton, Vic.Publisher DOI
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1038-2097Language
engPublication classification
C1.1 Refereed article in a scholarly journalCopyright notice
2014, CSIROUsage metrics
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