Tracking climate change in the spatial distribution pattern and the phylogeographic structure of Hyrcanian wood frog,<i>Rana pseudodalmatina</i>(Anura: Ranidae)

Amiri, Negar; Vaissi, Somaye; Aghamir, Fateme; Saberi-Pirooz, Reihaneh; Rödder, Dennis; Ebrahimi, Elham; Ahmadzadeh, Faraham

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“…The D. subobscura inversion chromosomal polymorphism of Rasht 19 population is poor, presenting a few different inversions (table 1), as expected for a marginal isolated population (Krimbas 1992(Krimbas , 1993, as were those from Iran previously studied by Go ¨tz (1967). All these sites (Rasht, Chalus and Shahi) are located in the Hyrcanian ecosystem, considered a refugium during the Quaternary glaciations (Ro ¨hrig 1991;Saberi-Pirooz et al 2018;Amiri et al 2021). Likely, the Hyrcanian ecosystem presents favourable conditions for D. subobscura, although it is a marginal and isolated area with regard to the species distribution (Krimbas 1992(Krimbas , 1993.…”

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“…These forests form a unique vegetation cover massif (Aliakbari et al 2021) that stretches 850 km along the southern coast of the Caspian Sea and the northern slopes of the Alborz mountains. They are composed of 80 different woody species (Kiapasha et al 2017) and a large animal biodiversity (Tohidifar et al 2016;Amiri et al 2021). In 2019, this ecosystem was included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO (https:// whc.unesco.org/en/list/1584/).…”

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Long-term changes in the inversion chromosomal polymorphism: Drosophila subobscura population from Rasht (north of Iran)

Khadem

Arenas

Balanyà

et al. 2022

J Genet

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Drosophila subobscura is characterized by a rich chromosomal polymorphism for inversions. Many inversions are adaptive to global warming and can be classified as 'warm' or 'cold' adapted. However, most studies were carried out from European populations located in the central area of the species distribution or from American colonizing populations. For this reason, we aimed to analyse the isolated and marginal Rasht population, located in the Hyrcanian forests area (Iran). The chromosomal polymorphism for inversions was compared with the previous Rasht samples (Rasht I and II) obtained 57 years ago. This polymorphism has changed based on the inversion composition and frequencies. Interestingly, the polymorphism for inversions was scarce and similar to that of Madeira, an isolated Atlantic island. Likely, this similarity is a consequence of the marginal location and isolation of the Rasht population. Also, the chromosomal thermal index (CTI) was 0.445, showing a significant increase over those from Rasht I (0.184) and II (0.210). All these observations were in agreement with the global warming expectations. Moreover, the CTI was also computed for Russian Caucasus and Turkish populations collected more than 40 years ago to better understand the adaptive potential of D. subobscura and to study the similarity between populations of different geographic areas. In summary, the inversions of D. subobscura also changed in marginal and isolated populations in agreement with the global warming expectations, and an open question is to know where is the threshold for this evolutionary change.

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Long-term changes in the inversion chromosomal polymorphism: Drosophila subobscura population from Rasht (north of Iran)

Khadem

Arenas

Balanyà

et al. 2022

J Genet

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“…Additionally, species response to climatic fluctuations may also have an important role in speciation. These oscillations isolate populations in disjunct areas, leading to genetic divergence and ultimately to speciation (Ahmadzadeh et al., 2020; Amiri et al., 2021; Hewitt, 1996; Tarkhnishvili et al., 2013). Evolutionary diversification rate, extinction, and speciation shape global patterns of biodiversity in different regions (Schluter & Pennell, 2017).…”

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Speciation in the Iranian plateau: Molecular phylogeny and evolutionary history of the Persian long‐tailed desert lizard

Boroumand,

Saberi‐Pirooz,

Bafti

et al. 2024

Zoologica Scripta

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Mesalina watsonana is a well‐known species of small lacertid lizards with an extensive species distribution that exhibits high genetic diversity. The species has a wide distribution range in Iran, some parts of Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and northwest India. This study aims to generate phylogenetic and phylogeographic evidence to derive taxonomic recommendations supporting. Furthermore, this species can be used as a model for examining Iranian Platuea's historical biogeography. We conducted a very detailed sampling of its distribution and used genetic approaches. Phylogenetic analyses were done implementing two mitochondrial (Cytb and 16S) and one nuclear (C‐mos) gene fragments. Combination of these results indicated that seven well‐supported distinct clades exist within this species complex, i.e. Kerman clade, Esfarayen clade, Halil clade, Ardestan clade, M. watsonana clade, Bardaskan Clade, and Khuzestan Clade in Iran. Also, our results revealed that several distinct clades diverged due to geologic events when the Dasht‐e‐Kavir and the Zagros Mountains were formed. It seems that the ancestor of M. watsonana spread to Iranian Plateau before the formation of the Zagros Mountains. Orogenic activities of the Zagros Mountains and the formation of deserts have influenced the separation of these lineages from the Late Miocene by allopatric speciation. Generally, our findings suggest that each of the seven clades corresponding to distinct geographic regions deserves to be elevated to the species level.

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“…In this regard, the Hyrcanian forest of Iran provides a fascinating case study. This forest is the most important remnant of the Cenozoic forests and a refuge for ancient species in the last ice age (Tarkhnishvili et al, 2012;Dufresnes et al, 2016;Ahmadzadeh et al 2020;Amiri et al, 2021;Saberi-Pirooz et al, 2021) and also a unique habitat for endemic land snails. While some studies have identi ed land snail species in the Hyrcanian forest, there is limited research on community composition and ecological analyses of these snails, with approximately 40 species reported thus far (Issel, 1865;Forcart, 1935;Starmuhlner and Edlauer, 1957;Yasini, 1976;Eliazian et al, 1979;Mansourian, 2005;Ahmadi, 2012).…”

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Revealing Hidden Diversity and Community Dynamics of Land Snails through DNA Barcoding: Implications for Conservation and Ecological Studies

Mohammadi,

Ahmadzadeh

2023

Preprint

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Land snails play a crucial role in maintaining ecosystem sustainability within their habitats. Therefore, understanding the characteristics of their communities is vital for ecological studies and the development of effective conservation strategies. In this study, we employed DNA barcoding (COI gene) to identify land snails inhabiting the Hyrcanian Forest. Furthermore, we examined the variations in their community composition along elevational gradients. Snail samples were collected from three distinct elevations in three different forest locations within the Hyrcanian area of Iran. Through our comprehensive analysis, we identified a total of 10 OTUs, which were further classified into seven families and nine genera. Remarkably, five of these genera had never been reported in the study region before. By employing statistical analyses such as ANOVA and PERMANOVA, we determined significant differences in the features of snail communities across different elevations. Interestingly, we observed a decline in OTU richness with increasing elevation; however, the maximum abundance of snails was found at higher elevations. The unique climatic conditions and spatial distribution of precipitation from lowlands to highlands, as well as from west to east, make the Hyrcanian forests an ideal case study area for understanding the dynamics of land snail communities. In summary, this study provides novel insights into the land snail communities thriving in the Hyrcanian forests. The findings from our research can contribute significantly to the development of effective conservation management strategies for forest ecosystems. By understanding the factors influencing the distribution and composition of land snail communities, we can make informed decisions to protect and preserve these valuable organisms and the balance they maintain within their habitats.

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Tracking climate change in the spatial distribution pattern and the phylogeographic structure of Hyrcanian wood frog,Rana pseudodalmatina(Anura: Ranidae)

Abstract: Climatic changes through time have important effects on the evolutionary history and spatial distribution of species (Bontrager &

Cited by 13 publications

References 92 publications

Long-term changes in the inversion chromosomal polymorphism: Drosophila subobscura population from Rasht (north of Iran)

Long-term changes in the inversion chromosomal polymorphism: Drosophila subobscura population from Rasht (north of Iran)

Speciation in the Iranian plateau: Molecular phylogeny and evolutionary history of the Persian long‐tailed desert lizard

Revealing Hidden Diversity and Community Dynamics of Land Snails through DNA Barcoding: Implications for Conservation and Ecological Studies

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