| Title | Landscape genetics and genetic structure of the southern torrent salamander, Rhyacotriton variegatus |
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 2015 |
| Authors | Emel, Sarah L., and Andrew Storfer |
| Secondary Title | Conservation Genetics |
| Volume | 16 |
| Pagination | p.209–221 |
| Call Number | OSU Libraries: Electronic Subscription |
| Keywords | Alsea River, Big Elk Creek (Yaquina), genetics, habitats, Neskowin Creek, Panther Creek (Salmon), population dynamics, riparian areas, Rock Creek (Alsea), Salmon Creek (Yaquina), Salmon River, Southern torrent salamander = Rhyacotriton variegatus, Tenmile Creek |
| Notes | Rhyacotriton variegatus is a salamander species in the Pacific Northwest. It is notable for its low tolerance for desiccation. Its need for a moist environment has caused it to be listed as Vulnerable in the Oregon Sensitive Species List. In this study, the authors used landscape genetics techniques to identify the best conservation measures for this animal. The southern torrent salamander needs streamside canopies for the best genetic dispersal, and unfortunately the streamside habitat is often fragmented and broken. The authors suggest that, “Maintaining stream corridors with buffers of dense canopy cover may maximize connectivity despite the pressures of timber harvest and urbanization.” (from the Abstract) |
| DOI | 10.1007/s10592-014-0653-5 |
| Series Title | Conservation Genetics |
