Kevin Andrew Feldheim, Heather Terrell, Skylar Snowden, Paul Moylett, Allan Marshall
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Abstract
Parthenogenesis has been described in several species of elasmobranchs, mostly from those kept in human care. Using a set of 14 newly developed species-specific microsatellites, we describe parthenogenesis in a honeycomb ray, Himantura uarnak, from the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. This represents the third case of parthenogenesis in the batoids.
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Zoo Biology is concerned with reproduction, demographics, genetics, behavior, medicine, husbandry, nutrition, conservation and all empirical aspects of the exhibition and maintenance of wild animals in wildlife parks, zoos, and aquariums. This diverse journal offers a forum for effectively communicating scientific findings, original ideas, and critical thinking related to the role of wildlife collections and their unique contribution to conservation.