Influence of River Valleys on Genetic Diversity and Species Distribution Patterns of Cyprididae (Crustacea: Ostracoda) on the Tibetan Plateau.

ABSTRACT: River valleys are recognized as significant ecological barriers that impact gene flow between species adapted to distinct habitat types. The Tibetan Plateau, with its diverse habitats intersected by numerous river valleys, serves as a focal point for biodiversity research. Although previous studies have focused on plants and terrestrial animals, research on the genetic diversity of aquatic species influenced by river valleys in the Tibetan Plateau is limited. In this study, we utilized mitochondrial and nuclear genetic markers to examine variations in species composition and biodiversity among 18 Cyprididae communities (106 individuals) on the Tibetan Plateau, separated by three distinct river valleys: the Zhajia Zangbu River, the Nujiang River, and the Yarlung Zangbo River. Our phylogenet

SUBMITTER: Hu Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12268233 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature