Phylogeny of African Myotis Bats (Chiroptera, Vespertilionidae) Inferred from Cytochrome b Sequences (original) (raw)

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The study investigates the phylogenetic relationships among Myotis bats in Africa using cytochrome b sequences. This research supports the existence of morphological and genetic diversity within African Myotis bats, highlighting the unique karyotypic characteristics of certain species, and contributes to the broader understanding of Vespertilionidae evolution. The findings reveal five major clades, delineating the evolutionary history of these bats, and emphasize the crucial role of molecular data in resolving taxonomic ambiguities.

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