The Agave genus, native to Mexico ... Recent research has focused on understanding the genetic diversity of these species, their conservation status, and the threats they face due to environmental ...

WASHINGTON — Two-thirds of animal and plant populations are declining in genetic diversity, which makes it harder to adapt to environmental changes, according to research published Wednesday.

The genetic diversity of Arctic fox populations has likewise remained stable or even improved following conservation actions like the wild release of individuals from captive-breeding programs.

But the path to extinction erodes genetic diversity, because a species’ gene pool shrinks as the population declines. Losing genetic diversity limits the ability of populations to adapt to threats ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Two-thirds of animal and plant populations are declining in genetic diversity, which makes it harder to adapt to environmental changes, according to research published Wednesday.

Many Animals and Plants Are Losing Their Genetic Diversity, Making Them More Vulnerable WASHINGTON (AP) — Two-thirds of animal and plant populations are declining in genetic diversity ...