Multi-source captive breeding maintains nuclear genetic diversity in Alpine musk deer (Moschus chrysogaster) despite severe mitochondrial erosion

Key Points

• Maintained nuclear genetic diversity indicates successful captive breeding despite mitochondrial erosion.
• Significant findings reveal a stable genetic diversity level amid mitochondrial genome challenges.
• Observational analysis across multiple breeding centers highlights the effectiveness of captive breeding strategies.
• Supports the need for continued monitoring of genetic health in captive and wild populations to ensure long-term survival.