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Colombian Deer Reveal Hidden Genetic Diversity | Colombia News
Scientists have uncovered at least four genetically distinct lineages of white-tailed deer in Colombia—far more than previously thought—revealing hidden diversity that could be key to their survival. Led by biologist Jessica Rodriguez Leon, the groundbreaking study used old museum samples and custom DNA techniques to overcome fragmented genetic material. These deer, revered locally as the “spirit of the paramo,” play vital ecological roles, and their genetic variety offers a crucial buffer against disease and climate change. Comparisons with deer from Mexico and Peru show how geography shaped…
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