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. 1977 Mar 15;33(3):285-9.
doi: 10.1007/BF02002783.

Parthenogenetic reptiles: new subjects for laboratory research

C J Cole, C R Townsend

Parthenogenetic reptiles: new subjects for laboratory research

C J Cole et al. Experientia. .

Abstract

Problems preventing establishment of laboratory colonies of parthenogenetic lizards have been solved. Now, productive colonies of these lizards, which have remarkably little genetic variation, can be readily established and used not only for research on parthenogenesis but also for many kinds of experiments for which reptile systems are desirable. Research colonies can provide valuable specimens while reducing the exploitation of natural populations.

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