Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution
Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution
复制标题
DOI:
10.1016/j.ympev.2018.02.012
复制
发表时间:
2018-06
影响因子:
4.1
通讯作者:
Marina Walker;Mariana L. Lyra;C. Haddad
中科院分区:
文献类型:
--
作者:
Marina Walker;Mariana L. Lyra;C. Haddad
The genusFritziana(Anura: Hemiphractidae) comprises six described species (F. goeldii,F. ohausi,F. fissilis,F. ulei,F. tonimi,andF. izecksohni) that are endemic to the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. Although the genus has been the subject of studies dealing with its taxonomy, phylogeny, and systematics, there is considerable evidence for cryptic diversity hidden among the species. The present study aims to understand the genetic diversity and phylogenetic relationships among the species ofFritziana, as well as the relationships among populations within species. We analyzed 107 individuals throughout the distribution of the genus using three mitochondrial gene fragments (12S,16S, andCOI) and two nuclear genes (RAG1andSLC8A3). Our data indicated that the species diversity in the genusFritzianais underestimated by the existence of at least three candidate species hidden amongst the group of species with a closed dorsal pouch (i.e.F. fissilisandF.ulei). We also found four species presenting geographical population structures and high genetic diversity, and thus require further investigations. In addition, we found that two candidate species show a new arrangement for thetRNA-Phegene, unique in Anura so far. Based on our results, we suggest that the conservation status of the species, as well as the species diversity in the genusFritziana,needs to be reviewed.