Genetic variation and population structure of cod, Gadus morhua L., in some fjords in northern Norway

Biochemical genetic polymorphism in cod from several fjords in Troms, northern Norway was analysed. Gene frequencies at several polymorphic loci ( Hb, Pgi, Ldh, Pgm, Gpd and Idh ) are given. Significant variation was found both within and between fjords, and even between samples from the same locali...

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Published in:Journal of Fish Biology
Main Authors: Jørstad, K. E., Nævdal†, G.
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: Wiley 1989
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1095-8649.1989.tb03067.x
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Summary:Biochemical genetic polymorphism in cod from several fjords in Troms, northern Norway was analysed. Gene frequencies at several polymorphic loci ( Hb, Pgi, Ldh, Pgm, Gpd and Idh ) are given. Significant variation was found both within and between fjords, and even between samples from the same locality sampled in different years, indicating a mosaic structure of the cod population in the area studied. The results of the haemoglobin variation are compared to similar results obtained more than 20 years ago in the same and adjacent areas. The biochemical genetic variation is discussed in relation to stability of gene frequencies, isolation mechanisms and migration patterns.