| population genetics analysis of podocnemis sextuberculata (testudines, podocnemidae): lack of population structure in the central amazon basin. | the chelonians are, in general, important for the economy of the traditional populations of the amazon region, especially as a source of animal protein. furthermore, sub-products, such as eggs and fat, are utilized in the manufacture of cosmetics, and the plastron and carapace are used in the manufacture of adornments. the freshwater turtle species podocnemis sextuberculata, locally known as "iaçá" or "pitiú", is widely distributed in the amazon basin in brazil and also in colombia and peru. thi ... | 2011 | 21823088 |