A Whole-Genome Scan Revealed Genomic Features and Selection Footprints of Mengshan Cattle.

ABSTRACT: (1) Background: Mengshan cattle from the Yimeng mountainous region in China stand out as a unique genetic resource, known for their adaptive traits and environmental resilience. However, these cattle are currently endangered and comprehensive genomic characterization remains largely unexplored. This study aims to address this gap by investigating the genomic features and selection signals in Mengshan cattle. (2) Methods: Utilizing whole-genome resequencing data from 122 cattle, including 37 newly sequenced Mengshan cattle, we investigated population structure, genetic diversity, and selection signals. (3) Results: Our analyses revealed that current Mengshan cattle primarily exhibit European taurine cattle ancestry, with distinct genetic characteristics indicative of adaptive traits. We ide

SUBMITTER: Cheng H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11431585 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature