Genetic analysis of the starting population of natterjack toad at the introduction in the Zwin area (2017-2019)
Details
After the restoration of the habitat of the natterjack toad in the Zwin, a reintroduction of this species was started. INBO advises on implementation and adaptive management, and carries out genetic monitoring of the reintroduction.Concrete questions to be answered are:
- What is the genetic profile of the introduced population the natterjack toad in the Zwin area?
- Are the numbers of specimens released and the genetic diversity sufficient to form a healthy population?
These data thus provide the baseline situation, for which screening of the genetic status at later times (2-3 years after introduction, at the time of reproduction of the first cohort of adults) will be compared, and in later generations.
| Status | Uitgevoerd |
|---|---|
| Actual start/end date | 18/12/2017 - 31/12/2023 |
Teams
INBO Research theme(s)
- Protected nature
- Water