title: Microsatellite markers for the endangered fir Abies guatemalensis (Pinaceae).
abstract: Eight newly developed polymorphic microsatellite markers are presented for Abies guatemalensis Rehder, an endangered tree endemic to Mexico and Central America. These microsatellite markers are useful for evaluating the population genetics of the species which is threatened by greenery poaching in natural populations. Novel conservation plans are needed to secure a more sustainable use strategy and to preserve the genetic diversity of the species.
authors.affiliation: Department of Ecology, University of Copenhagen, Rolighedsvej 21, 1958 Frederiksberg C, Denmark Ecogenics, Wagistrasse 23, 8952 Zurich-Schlieren, Switzerland.
authors.forename: K K
authors.initials: KK
authors.lastname: Rasmussen
authors.forename: U Strandby
authors.initials: US
authors.lastname: Andersen
authors.forename: N
authors.initials: N
authors.lastname: Frauenfelder
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Kollmann