Coalescent simulations indicate that the São Francisco River is a biogeographic barrier for six vertebrates in a seasonally dry South American forest DOI Creative Commons
Felipe Eduardo Alves Coelho,

Wilson Xavier Guillory,

Marcelo Gehara

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Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10

Published: Sept. 23, 2022

The riverine barrier hypothesis has been extensively explored in Neotropical rainforests, while its importance drier regions such as the Caatinga, a seasonally dry tropical forest northeastern Brazil, only recently received more attention. Caatinga is bisected by São Francisco River (SFR), which long suggested to be an important biogeographic feature region. However, recent studies have found mixed support for role of SFR hard barrier, most them relying on presence or absence genetic breaks congruent with course. Here, we used published multilocus and next-generation data from six vertebrate species test SFR’s strength barrier. Using model-based approaches (approximate Bayesian computation supervised machine learning), tested demographic models incorporating full, intermediate, zero migration across SFR, estimating divergence times rates each species. We allowing gene flow some Estimated varied among but are limited late Pleistocene, coherent one several proposed paleocourse changes river’s geological history. Contrary results previous studies, our study supports phylogeographic different taxonomic groups, driving diversification Caatinga.

Language: Английский

Historical biogeography identifies a possible role of Miocene wetlands in the diversification of the Amazonian rocket frogs (Aromobatidae: Allobates) DOI
Alexandre Réjaud, Miguel Tréfaut Rodrigues, Andrew J. Crawford

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Journal of Biogeography, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 47(11), P. 2472 - 2482

Published: Aug. 16, 2020

Abstract Aim We investigate the spatiotemporal context of diversification Allobates , a widespread genus Amazonian frogs with high species diversity particularly in western Amazonia. tested if that originated situ or through repeated dispersals from other areas and this took place during after Pebas system, vast lacustrine system occupying most Amazonia between 23 10 million years ago (Mya). Location Taxon (Anura: Aromobatidae). Methods gathered spatially taxonomically extensive sampling mitochondrial DNA sequences 932 specimens to delimit Operational Taxonomic Units (OTUs). Complete mitogenomes these OTUs were assembled reconstruct time‐calibrated phylogeny used infer historical spatial origin lineages. Results Phylogenetic analyses ancestral area reconstruction suggested lineages resulted events occurred inferred (25 Mya) Mya, possible peak 14 Mya. Dispersal among mostly towards Brazilian Guiana Shields. Closely related display an allopatric pattern distribution, matching interfluves delimited by modern rivers. Main Conclusions In Amazonia, appears have been simultaneous last stages (14–10 Mya). Subsequently (within Mya), river courses shaped distribution possibly promoted speciation.

Language: Английский

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Diversification history of clown tree frogs in Neotropical rainforests (Anura, Hylidae, Dendropsophus leucophyllatus group) DOI Creative Commons
Renata M. Pirani, Pedro L. V. Peloso, Joyce Rodrigues do Prado

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Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution, Journal Year: 2020, Volume and Issue: 150, P. 106877 - 106877

Published: June 6, 2020

Language: Английский

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Riverine Barriers as Obstacles to Dispersal in Amazonian Birds DOI Creative Commons
Luciano N. Naka,

Bruna M. da Silva Costa,

Gisiane Rodrigues Lima

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Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 10

Published: July 4, 2022

Amazonian rivers represent known barriers for avian dispersal, reducing gene flow and enhancing differentiation. Despite the importance of in evolutionary process, we have made only minor advances understanding limitations imposed by on flying birds. To fill that gap, conducted dispersal-challenge experiments over water, assessing capabilities 84 tropical bird species 22 different families. We mist-netted released 484 birds from a stationary boat Rio Branco, northern Amazonia, at increasing distances shore, including 249 individuals 100; 219 200; 8 300; 5 400 m. A successful trial was represented reaching riverbank, whereas failure would refer to not shore landing when they were rescued our team. Our main goal understand if outcome could be predicted (i) phylogenetic constraints, (ii) morphology (body mass wing shape), (iii) flight speed, (iv) ecological preferences (stratum, habitat, river-island specialization), (v) psychological reluctance fly. Nearly two thirds (332) 152 failed. found significant differences among lineages. Whereas seven families succeeded all trials, (antbirds wrens) particularly bad dispersers (<40% success). The hand-wing index (HWI) single most powerful predictor success. Flying speed also Overall, attributes had low explanatory power. Only forest stratum preference significant, although weak, effect dispersal ability: canopy- ground-dwellers performed better than understory However, no habitat or specialization ability. estimates 64 are first produced tropics suggest slower speeds those reported temperate migratory Although showed behavioral presented with opportunity fly away boat, evidence their predict experiments. This represents experimental study evaluating riverine through ability birds, providing important insights provided barriers.

Language: Английский

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Differences in Quaternary co-divergence reveals community-wide diversification in the mountains of southwest China varied among species DOI Open Access
Tao Wan, Jamie R. Oaks, Xuelong Jiang

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Proceedings of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 288(1942), P. 20202567 - 20202567

Published: Jan. 6, 2021

The mountains of southwest China (MSWC) is a biodiversity hotspot with highly complex and unusual terrain. However, the majority studies focusing on biogeographic consequences massive mountain building, Quaternary legacy for MSWC has long been overlooked. Here, we took statistical comparative phylogeography approach to examine factors that shaped community-wide diversification. With data from 30 vertebrate species, results reveal spatially concordant genetic structure, temporally clustered co-divergence events associated river barriers during severe glacial cycles. This indicates importance riverine in phylogeographic history community. We conclude repeated cycles are co-divergences themselves structured by heterogeneity montane landscape MSWC. orderly process diversification profound implications conservation highlighting relative independence different geographical areas which some, but not all species communities have responded similarly climate change calls further investigations connection between biological traits divergence pulses this hotspot.

Language: Английский

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Late Neogene megariver captures and the Great Amazonian Biotic Interchange DOI Creative Commons
James S. Albert, Maxwell J. Bernt, Aaron H. Fronk

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Global and Planetary Change, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 205, P. 103554 - 103554

Published: July 26, 2021

Language: Английский

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The role of biogeographical barriers on the historical dynamics of passerine birds with a circum‐Amazonian distribution DOI Creative Commons
Sergio D. Bolívar‐Leguizamón, Fernanda Bocalini, Luís Fábio Silveira

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Ecology and Evolution, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14(3)

Published: March 1, 2024

Abstract Common distributional patterns have provided the foundations of our knowledge Neotropical biogeography. A distinctive pattern is “circum‐Amazonian distribution”, which surrounds Amazonia across forested lowlands south and east basin, Andean foothills, Venezuelan Coastal Range, Tepuis. The underlying evolutionary biogeographical mechanisms responsible for this widespread avian distribution yet to be elucidated. Here, we test effects barriers in four species passerine family Thamnophilidae by performing comparative demographic analyses genome‐scale data. Specifically, used flanking regions ultraconserved estimate population historical parameters genealogical trees tested models reflecting contrasting scenarios explaining circum‐Amazonian distribution. We found that taxa with at least two main phylogeographical clusters: (1) Andes, often extending into Central America Tepuis; (2) remaining their These clusters are connected through corridors along Chaco–Cerrado southeastern Amazonia, allowing gene flow between eastern South American populations. Demographic histories consistent Pleistocene climatic fluctuations having a strong influence on diversification history taxa, Refugia played crucial role, enabling both phenotypic genetic differentiation, maintaining substantial interconnectedness keep considerable levels during different dry/cool warm/humid periods. Additionally, steep environmental gradients appear play critical role structure.

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Systematics and biogeography of theBoana albopunctataspecies group (Anura, Hylidae), with the description of two new species from Amazonia DOI
Antoine Fouquet, Pedro Marinho, Alexandre Réjaud

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Systematics and Biodiversity, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 19(4), P. 375 - 399

Published: March 23, 2021

The outstanding species richness of Amazonia has fascinated biologists for centuries. However, the records actual numbers and distribution forming its ecosystems are so incomplete that understanding historical causes regional determinants this diversity remain speculative. Anuran clades have repeatedly been documented to harbour many unnamed in region, notably Boana albopunctata group. Considering ecology group, we hypothesized it diversified via successive trans-riverine dispersals during late Miocene Pliocene, after formation modern Amazon watershed. To test hypothesis, gathered an extensive dataset 16S rDNA sequences sampled throughout a mitogenomic representative clade (1) re-evaluate boundaries distributions, (2) infer spatio-temporal history diversification within Amazonia. We delimited 14 Operational Taxonomic Units (OTUs) Amazonian clade, i.e., 75% higher than currently recognized (14 OTUs eight described species). Combining molecular data with morphological acoustic data, two new species, courtoisae sp. nov. from eastern Guiana Shield eucharis Southern Amazonia, herein. These belong last 10 Ma, thus more recently co-distributed small terrestrial anurans but concomitantly other vagile vertebrates. Our time-scaled phylogeny biogeographic analyses suggest initial east-west divergence confirm reciprocal 5 Ma. geomorphological evolution region species-specific dispersal ability largely explain these distinct patterns across anurans.http://www.zoobank.org/zoobank.org:act:4F8ACA9F-F6F1-4605-BD6C-6D4650AACCBEhttp://www.zoobank.org/zoobank.org:act:51CC7B40-2D6B-4A9E-AF50-AB34D4CE1042

Language: Английский

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Riverine barriers to gene flow in a salamander with both aquatic and terrestrial reproduction DOI
Clara Figueiredo‐Vázquez, André Lourenço, Guillermo Velo‐Antón

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Evolutionary Ecology, Journal Year: 2021, Volume and Issue: 35(3), P. 483 - 511

Published: April 4, 2021

Language: Английский

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Diversity, diversification and distribution of Iranian vertebrates: the legacy of mountains uplifting, past climatic oscillations, sea level fluctuations and geographical barriers DOI
Masoud Yousefi, Ahmad Mahmoudi, Somaye Vaissi

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Biodiversity and Conservation, Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: 32(1), P. 7 - 36

Published: Nov. 11, 2022

Language: Английский

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Genetic and Phenotypic Evidence Reveals a Complex Evolutionary History within the Amazonian Allobates juami/insperatus Clade (Anura, Aromobatidae), with the Description of a New Species DOI Creative Commons
Andrés F. Jaramillo-Martínez, Carles Vilà, Juan M. Guayasamin

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Bulletin of the American Museum of Natural History, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 2025(471)

Published: March 21, 2025

Language: Английский

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