Genomic analysis uncovers novel candidate genes related to adaptation to tropical climates and milk production traits in native goats.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Since domestication, both evolutionary forces and human selection have played crucial roles in producing adaptive and economic traits, resulting in animal breeds that have been selected for specific climates and different breeding goals. Pakistani goat breeds have acquired genomic adaptations to their native climate conditions, such as tropical and hot climates. In this study, using next-generation sequencing data, we aimed to assess the signatures of positive selection in three native Pakistani goats, known as milk production breeds, that have been well adapted to their local climate.

Results

To explore the genomic relationship between studied goat populations and their population structure, whole genome sequence data from native goat populations in Pakistan (n =

SUBMITTER: Zhang C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11094986 | biostudies-literature | 2024 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature