Integrative Approaches to the Genetics and Conservation of Amphibians and Reptiles
A special issue of Animals (ISSN 2076-2615). This special issue belongs to the section "Herpetology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 August 2026 | Viewed by 18
Special Issue Editor
Interests: molecular genetics; conservation genetics; phylogenetics; species delimitation; taxonomy and systematics; biodiversity conservation; herpetology; reptiles and amphibians; cryptic diversity; integrative taxonomy
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The conservation of animal biodiversity increasingly depends on integrative approaches that combine molecular genetics, taxonomy, and ecology. Advances in genetic tools, such as phylogenomics, DNA barcoding, and molecular diagnostics, now provide powerful means to assess cryptic diversity, resolve species boundaries, and inform conservation strategies for both wild and domestic animals. This Special Issue aims to highlight cutting-edge research on molecular genetics and conservation biology across diverse taxa, including reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and domestic species of veterinary importance. We welcome contributions that address taxonomy, phylogenetics, conservation genetics, disease diagnostics, and applications of molecular tools in wildlife and animal health management. By bringing together novel case studies and methodological innovations, this Special Issue seeks to promote interdisciplinary perspectives and support evidence-based strategies for safeguarding animal diversity and welfare.
Dr. Siriwadee Chomdej
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- wildlife genetics
- conservation genetics
- herpetology
- taxonomy and systematics
- biodiversity conservation
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