Identification of Genetic Relationships and Group Structure Analysis of Yanqi Horses.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: The Yanqi horse is a distinguished local breed in China, known for its robust physique and strong adaptability. However, due to insufficient breeding populations and a loosely structured breeding system, the number of Yanqi horses has been declining annually. To protect its genetic resources and develop scientific breeding strategies, this study aimed to analyze the genetic diversity, parentage relationships, and genetic structure of the Yanqi horse conservation population using microsatellite markers. Materials and Methods: A total of 117 Yanqi horses were selected for genotyping analysis using 16 microsatellite markers. Genetic diversity parameters (e.g., allele number, heterozygosity, F-statistics) were calculated using GeneAIEX (v.6.503) and Fstat s

SUBMITTER: Wang Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11941870 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature