High-resolution chromosome-level genome of Scylla paramamosain provides molecular insights into adaptive evolution in crabs.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Evolutionary adaptation drives organismal adjustments to environmental pressures, exemplified in the diverse morphological and ecological adaptations seen in Decapoda crustaceans, particularly brachyuran crabs. Crabs thrive in diverse ecosystems, from coral reefs to hydrothermal vents and terrestrial habitats. Despite their ecological importance, the genetic mechanisms underpinning their developmental processes, reproductive strategies, and nutrient acquisition remain poorly understood.

Results

Here, we report a comprehensive genomic analysis of the green mud crab Scylla paramamosain using ultralong sequencing technologies, achieving a high-quality chromosome-level assembly. The refined 1.21 Gb genome, with an impressive contig N50 of 11.45 Mb, offers a valuable g

SUBMITTER: Zhang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11545969 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature