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Tree DNA database may help fight illegal logging

Discussion in 'Wildlife & Nature Conservation' started by DavidBrown, 24 Jun 2018.

  1. DavidBrown

    DavidBrown Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    Citizen scientists are collecting big leaf maple leaves from across the West Coast of North America to compile a DNA database that can be used to investigate illegal logging. It is a test project for possibly using the technology and system to fight illegal logging in the tropics.


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