Whole-genome sequencing reveals genetic structure and adaptive genes in Nepalese buffalo breeds.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Indigenous buffaloes, as the important livestock species contributing to economy of the country, are the lifeline of livelihood in Nepal. They are distributed across diverse geographical regions of the country and have adapted to various feeding, breeding, and management conditions. The larger group of these native buffalo breeds are present in narrow and stiff hilly terrains. Their dispersal indicates a possible environmental adaptation mechanism, which is crucial for the conservation of these breeds.

Results

We utilized whole-genome sequencing (WGS) to investigate the genetic diversity, population structure, and selection signatures of Nepalese indigenous buffaloes. We compared 66 whole-genome sequences with 118 publicly available sequences from six river and fi

SUBMITTER: Dhakal A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11566569 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature