Microsatellite markers in Fijian crested iguanas (Brachylophus vitiensis) also amplify Fijian banded iguanas (B. fasciatus)

摘要

Five microsatellite markers were isolated from the Fijian crested iguana (Brachylophus vitiensis) using an enrichment technique. These loci also amplified the Fijian banded iguana (B. fasciatus). All five loci were polymorphic with between 2-7 and 4-7 alleles per locus in B. vitiensis and B. fasciatus, respectively. Heterozygosity (H_0) values ranged from 0.069 to 0.875. These markers were useful in resolving kinship relationships and will and future endeavours by the captive management program to conserve genetic diversity.