Christopher P. Burridge

May 24, 2024 | nature.com | Stephen R. Frankenberg |Natasha Robinson |Anna MacDonald |Christopher P. Burridge |Karrie Rose |Rachel O’Neill | +2 more

AbstractThe eastern quoll (Dasyurus viverrinus) is an endangered marsupial native to Australia. Since the extirpation of its mainland populations in the 20th century, wild eastern quolls have been restricted to two islands at the southern end of their historical range. Eastern quolls are the subject of captive breeding programs and attempts have been made to re-establish a population in mainland Australia. However, few resources currently exist to guide the genetic management of this species.