Filipino scientists map genome to save endangered Visayan spotted deer

2026-03-25 - 02:20

MANILA, Philippines — Scientists from the University of the Philippines and Silliman University have assembled a draft genome for the endemic Visayan spotted deer, a milestone they said could strengthen efforts to protect the endangered species. The Visayan spotted deer, or Rusa alfredi, is one of three endemic species in the genus Rusa, native to