Genetic Analysis of Introduced Wall Lizard Populations in England

Genetic data supports analysis of 23 non-native populations of the common wall lizard (Podarcis muralis) in England. The study reconstructs introduction pathways, identifying at least nine primary sources and evidence for eleven secondary introductions. Bayesian clustering, approximate Bayesian computation, and network analyses were applied to the data.

Use Cases

• Reconstruct colonization pathways using Bayesian clustering and network analyses on genetic data from 23 populations.
• Identify primary versus secondary introductions by analyzing genetic signatures of populations from France and Italy.
• Study the geographic restriction of secondary introductions using the population-level data.
• Assess potential for local adaptation in populations established for approximately 25 years.

Strengths

• Analysis is based on 23 distinct non-native populations, providing a multi-population perspective.
• Employs multiple analytical methods including Bayesian clustering, ABC, and network analysis for robust inference.
• Data is associated with a published study detailing specific introduction sources and timelines since the 1970s.

Limitations

• The dataset's underlying genetic data files, formats, and sample sizes are not described in the provided input.
• Geographic scope is limited to introduced populations in England, with native range data from continental Europe.
• Temporal data is inferred from introduction history rather than direct longitudinal sampling.

Provenance

Source

Dryad digital repository.

Collection Method

Genetic analysis of lizard populations using Bayesian methods and network analysis.

Time Range

Focuses on introductions since the 1970s, with some populations established for about 25 years.

Freshness

Last updated on 2020-06-24.

Geography

Non-native populations in England, with native sources from France and Italy.