DNA reveals genetic divide in Australian brolgas, with southern birds facing greater diversity risks

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New research on the brolga, an iconic Australian crane species, has shown important genetic differences between northern and southeastern populations, with evidence that those in western Victoria are at increased risk, likely heightened by the loss o…

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  • Reported by Phys.org and published Mon, 12 Oct 2026 12:40:04 UTC.

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