The facility, to be called LACONES, would be inaugurated in July, he said, adding it would chart out programmes for conservation of endangered species such as vultures and tigers. A programme has been made to map genetic diversity of tigers, he said. It is important because loss of genetic diversity could lead to extinction of the species concerned, he said. If there is enough genetic diversity, the species could be preserved. However, if there is less genetic diversity, tigers need to be brought from outside to create genetic diversity, he said. (Agencies)
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The facility, to be called LACONES, would be inaugurated in July, he said, adding it would chart out programmes for conservation of endangered species such as vultures and tigers. A programme has been made to map genetic diversity of tigers, he said. It is important because loss of genetic diversity could lead to extinction of the species concerned, he said. If there is enough genetic diversity, the species could be preserved. However, if there is less genetic diversity, tigers need to be brought from outside to create genetic diversity, he said. (Agencies)
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