On the Intrinsic Value of Genetic Integrity

摘要

In their article Yasha Rohwer and Emma Marris (henceforth R&M) argue that there is no underived prima facie obligation to preserve genetic integrity. It is clearly demonstrated that conservation biologists use the concept and affirm the corresponding obligation and do so without much critical thinking. Given the influence of their positions in public debate, a proper critical analysis of their position is particularly welcome. Nevertheless, with the intention to further improve their argument, I will raise what I take to be weak points in R&M's discussion.