Selection signature analysis using whole genome resequencing data reveals candidate genes for white plumage color in Korean native ducks.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Domestication alters the phenotypes of wild animals to meet human demands and leaves characteristic patterns in their genomes. Various selection signature analysis methods have been developed to identify these characteristic patterns left in the genome. The Korean native duck (KND) is one of the domesticated species in Korea. KND is categorized into two populations based on plumage color; colored KND (KNDC) and white KND (KNDW). To enhance the competitiveness of native ducks, it is necessary to establish a KNDW line. In this study, we conducted selection signature analysis to identify candidate genes associated with white plumage color in KNDs.

Methods

We generated whole genome resequencing data from 22 KNDCs, 22KNDWs, and 10 Pekin ducks (PKDs). To detect distinct

SUBMITTER: Kim J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12229940 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature