What do genomes have to say about marsupial history?

摘要

When humans first walked the red sands of Australia more than 50,000 years ago, they were probably mesmerised by the unique mammals that inhabited every corner of the continent: the marsupials. It is easy to become fond of this remarkable group of mammals, and understandably they have inspired stories for thousands of years. In addition to being a crucial part of Australian identity and culture, marsupials are fascinating to the scientific community.