Gentically Vigorous
Genetically Vigorous Populations
Team B
BIO/280
May 5th 2014
Genetically Vigorous Populations
Biodiversity is life’s variety. It is the varying genetics that each species carries that makes it different and “unique”. Biodiversity is important, not only in evolution, but in survival; when sometimes those terms can mean the very same thing. Interestingly, biodiversity can mean a variance in the life itself – or within the genetics of a species. In keeping breeding habits within the same lineage, some animals risk lower biodiversity and sometimes even deformities and disease, as they are able to more easily pass on unfavorable hereditary traits. In increasing the overall biodiversity, the only risk is a healthier planet via more substantial and sustainable resources.
The Sarracenia alabamensis is a carnivorous plant that grows horizontally underground and grows lateral shoots and adventitious roots. The Sarracenia Alabamensis (otherwise known as the Alabama cane-brake pitcher-plant) is only found in twelve different sites in the state of Alabama. This plant is listed as Endangered under the US Endangered Species Act. Restrictions have been placed on selling the plant across state lines. It is a tall green plant with visible red veins. It has a large column at the top. This plant may smell like raspberries, (Sarracenia). Uniquely, the plant maintains the greatest microsatellite variation, (Result Filters). Microsatellite is the section of DNA of short nucleotide repeated sequences.
Koalas are found within the eastern and southern parts of Australia. They are medium sized, animals that are an important part of Australia’s natural and cultural heritage. They eat only eucalyptus leaves. Due to their limited variety of food sources, they have a slower metabolism, they have paws with claws used for climbing and hanging within the eucalyptus trees. Their teeth are sharp for chewing the leaves. The koala is listed under the United States
Team B
BIO/280
May 5th 2014
Genetically Vigorous Populations
Biodiversity is life’s variety. It is the varying genetics that each species carries that makes it different and “unique”. Biodiversity is important, not only in evolution, but in survival; when sometimes those terms can mean the very same thing. Interestingly, biodiversity can mean a variance in the life itself – or within the genetics of a species. In keeping breeding habits within the same lineage, some animals risk lower biodiversity and sometimes even deformities and disease, as they are able to more easily pass on unfavorable hereditary traits. In increasing the overall biodiversity, the only risk is a healthier planet via more substantial and sustainable resources.
The Sarracenia alabamensis is a carnivorous plant that grows horizontally underground and grows lateral shoots and adventitious roots. The Sarracenia Alabamensis (otherwise known as the Alabama cane-brake pitcher-plant) is only found in twelve different sites in the state of Alabama. This plant is listed as Endangered under the US Endangered Species Act. Restrictions have been placed on selling the plant across state lines. It is a tall green plant with visible red veins. It has a large column at the top. This plant may smell like raspberries, (Sarracenia). Uniquely, the plant maintains the greatest microsatellite variation, (Result Filters). Microsatellite is the section of DNA of short nucleotide repeated sequences.
Koalas are found within the eastern and southern parts of Australia. They are medium sized, animals that are an important part of Australia’s natural and cultural heritage. They eat only eucalyptus leaves. Due to their limited variety of food sources, they have a slower metabolism, they have paws with claws used for climbing and hanging within the eucalyptus trees. Their teeth are sharp for chewing the leaves. The koala is listed under the United States
References: Botanical Gardens Conservation International. (2014). Ecosystems. Retrieved from http://www.bgci.org/ourwork/Ecosystems/ Canebreak Pitcher ENDANGERED SPECIES PROGRAMS. (n.d.). Events Calendar Web. Retrieved May 5, 2014, from http://www.australiazoo.com.au/conservation/programs/endangered-species/koala.php Gibbs, J ICPS. (n.d.). International Carnivorous Plant Society. ICPS Conservation Projects. Retrieved on May 4, 2014 from www.carnivorousplants.org/conservation/projects.html Jamaica Clearing-House Mechanism Merriam-Webster. (2014). In situ. Retrieved from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20situ Marwell Wildlife Queensland Government. (2014). Koala Habitat Program. Retrieved on May 4, 2014 from https://www.ehp.qld.gov.au/wildlife/koalas/strategy/koala-habitat-programs.html "Sarracenia Alabamensis." The Carnivorous Plant FAQ