東アジア産小型哺乳類の分類学(第4回日本動物分類学会奨励賞受賞記念論文)

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Beginning in 1993, I have investigated the taxonomy of small mammals in East Asia, particularly those in the orders Soricomorpha and Rodentia (Family Muridae). In this paper, I introduced my research history. In the Soricomorpha, I focused especially on the shrew and mole genera Crocidura, Soriculus, Anourosorex, Chimarrogale, and Mogera, using morphological, karyological and cytochrome-b gene sequence datasets to resolve problem groups. This has resulted in the revision of the taxonomic status of several species. My interest also extends to wider patterns of mammal distribution, and I have discussed the biogeography of mammals in the Ryukyu Islands and other areas of East Asia. In addition, I have a particular interest in the taxonomy of commensal species, especially Mus mouse and Rattus rat, which may have a history of dispersal related to early movement of humans.
日本動物分類学会の論文
2007-08-20