Southern humpbacks in genetic strife
Humpback whales narrowly survived being hunted to extinction in the era of industrial whaling, but while their recovery has been strong, they are left with low genetic diversity which may affect their resilience in a changing climate.
The Science Show - Separate stories podcast · Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Humpback whales narrowly survived being hunted to extinction in the era of industrial whaling, but while their recovery has been strong, they are left with low genetic diversity which may affect their resilience in a changing climate.