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darwin: Darwin/Wedgwood pedigree

Description

This data set contains the pedigree of the Darwin/Wedgwood dynasty. It is composed by a total of 63 individuals, including Charles R. Darwin and Francis Galton.

Usage

darwin

Arguments

Format

A data frame with with records from 63 individuals (in rows), and 3 variables:

  • Individual - Individual identity.

  • Mother - Mother's identity.

  • Father - Father's identity.

References

  • Berra TM et al. 2010. Was the Darwin/Wedgwood dynasty adversely affected by consanguinity?. BioScience 60(5): 376-383.