Molecular Analyses Reveal Unexpected Genetic Structure in Iberian Ibex Populations

populations genetically and examine results in terms of (i) demographic history, (ii) subspecific classification and (iii) the implications for the management of Iberian ibex.. The genetic pattern identified in our study could be the result of strong genetic drift due to the severe genetic bottlenecks in the studied populations, caused in turn by the progressive destruction of natural habitat, disease epidemics and/or uncontrolled hunting.); yet our paper raises questions about the usefulness for conservation plans of the distinction between these subspecies