Reproductive biotechnologies: a new approach for Cervids conservation

摘要: Reproductive biotechnologies have great potential as a tool for the conservation of endangered mammal species. We tried to apply some assisted reproductive techniques (ART) in sardinian regional context, widely considered its peculiar biodiversity. Our research had been driven particular at cervids, Fallow deer ( Dama dama , Linneus 1758) and Sardinian red Cervus elaphus corsicanus Exrleben 1777). This subspecies is strictly protected included Near Threatened on IUCN Red List. First all, we set up genetic resource bank. first aim has preservation gametes somatic cells but also application cell nuclear transfer. Sheep oocytes used cytoplast, while fallow caryoplast. In vitro production embryos obtained cloning thank fertilization(IVF) homologous oocytes. Semen previously tested fertility heterologous IVF with sheep results showed that ART applications preserves current diversity, gives future opportunities could allow more rapid expansion population. conclusion, study reproduction fundamental conserving species, populations and, indirectly, vitality entire ecosystems. However, moment, successful management wildlife depends intensive management.