6. The Florida panther, Puma concolor, is an endangered species. Because of human development, the habitat of this large predator is becoming increasingly fragmented. It is estimated that only about 100 panthers remain in existence today.
1. Biologists have expressed concern about the effects of genetic drift on this species. Explain how genetic drift can be expected to affect allele frequencies of this species and why biologists are concerned.

2. Biologists have proposed the construction of wildlife corridors to improve migration behavior of the panther. Explain the effect that corridors could have on the allele frequencies of this species.

3. Another proposal suggests that mating pairs be artificially brought together to produce offspring under captive breeding programs. What effect could this have on the allele frequencies of the species?​