Characterization of eight microsatellite loci in Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus)

Authors

Ryan M. Huebinger, Texas A&M University, College Station
Edward E. Louis Jr., Center for Conservation and Research, Henry Doorly Zoo
Thomas Gelatt, National Marine Mammal Laboratory, Alaska Fisheries Science Center, National Marine Fisheries Service
Lorrie D. Rea, Marine Mammals Section, Division of Wildlife Conservation, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, University of Alaska Fairbanks
John W. Bickham, Texas A&M University, College Station

Date of this Version

2007

Comments

Published in Molecular Ecology Notes (2007) 7, 1097–1099.

Abstract

Steller sea lions (Eumetopias jubatus) are listed as an endangered species in western Alaska and have exhibited a significant population decline throughout their range. Eight microsatellite loci were isolated from genomic DNA libraries. In addition, all these markers were found to be variable in nine individuals of the California sea lion (Zalophus californicus). This panel of markers was developed to analyze population structure in Steller sea lions throughout their range.