Hong Kong Scientists Fight to Save Fragrant Incense Trees

February 11, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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As poaching of valuable fragrant incense trees rises in Hong Kong, scientists are turning to genetics to fight back. Geneticist Zhang Huarong uses genetics to catalogue and take DNA samples from each plant for a database that can help authorities crack down on illegal harvesting — as well as offer insights into how the plants can be better conserved.

 

 

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