Evolutionary significant units versus geopolitical taxonomy: molecular systematics of an endangered sea turtle (genus Chelonia)

Article Abstract:

Issues discussed concern the identification of evolutionary relationships between sea turtles, focusing on the assessment of animal conservation status based on species difference. Topics addressed include the species and conservation status of the black turtle, as well as a proposal to re-categorize some species based on geographical and political considerations.

Sea turtles

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Molecular systematics, ethics, and biological decision making under uncertainty

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The authors present ethical approaches to the controversy over the taxonomic status of endangered animals and scientific uncertainty. The ethical ideal of maintaining unbiased research while protecting human and environmental welfare is proposed, and a method for guiding situations that involve scientific uncertainty is detailed.

Ethical aspects

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In war, truth is the first casualty

Article Abstract:

Issues discussed concern the controversy over the classification of endangered species and the relationship between biology and conservation. Topics addressed include identifying the conservation status of wildlife, the interpretation of genetic data, and the methodology of taxonomy.

Genetic aspects

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