Construction of DNA database and analysis of genetic background of behavior in endangered wild animals.

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In this study we developed DNA Zoo consisting of many samples from various endangered species with precise individual information through collaboration with keeping facilities and field stations. The DNA Zoo is used for genotype analysis for conservation issue. We non-invasively collected DNA in the field, and compared each sample’s, genotype of candidate genes for stress susceptibility and observed data of personality/behavior/cognition. By using this result we are developing behavior-prediction system of animals kept in zoo by genotyping. The information will be useful for their welfare by reducing stress.