Article 5YF56 Scientists find dingoes genetically different from domestic dogs after decoding genome

Scientists find dingoes genetically different from domestic dogs after decoding genome

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Donna Lu
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The canine is an intermediary between wolves and domestic dog breeds, research shows

Dingoes are genetically distinct from domestic dogs and their evolution has been shaped by Australia's environment, scientists who have fully decoded the dingo genome have said.

An international team of researchers have analysed the genetic makeup of a pure desert dingo called Sandy Maliki, finding that dingoes are an intermediary between wolves and domestic dog breeds.

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