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Yassine Souilmi,, ,Gabriel Conroy,, ,Jane Balme,, ,Sally Wasef, and ,The Conversation

Ancient DNA Just Confirmed A Long-Held Theory About Australia’s Most Controversial Species

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For at least 3,500 years, dingoes have been Australia’s top terrestrial predator. And in current times, they are one of the continent’s most iconic but controversial animals. Dingoes hold significant cultural value, including a long connection with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

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