Description and phylogenetic analysis of the complete mitochondrial genome of Reeves' muntjac, <i>Muntiacus reevesi</i> Ogilby, 1839 (Artiodactyla; Cervidae), from Chongqing, China.

ABSTRACT: Reeves' muntjac (Muntiacus reevesi Ogilby, 1839) is a small deer species native to China, primarily residing in the mountainous regions of the southeastern part of the country. In this study, the mitochondrial genome of a Reeves' muntjac specimen from Chongqing, southeastern China, was sequenced. The genome consists of 16,356 base pairs (GenBank: PP506676), including 13 protein-coding genes, 22 tRNA genes, two rRNA genes, OL, and control region. Phylogenetic analysis disclosed significant genetic differences between the Reeves' muntjac from Chongqing and those previously reported, indicating that its population may possess rich genetic diversity or there might be undiscovered, geographically isolated groups.

SUBMITTER: Cui X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12599353 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature