The complete mitochondrial genome of the meerkat (Suricata suricatta) and its phylogenetic relationship with other feliform species.

ABSTRACT: The meerkat, Suricata suricatta, is a highly social member of the mongoose family (Herpestidae) and the only extant species of the genus Suricata. We present the first complete mitochondrial genome of the meerkat, assembled with a seed-and-extend algorithm using three closely related species as references. Phylogenetic analyses using 22 mitochondrial genome sequences confirm the position of meerkat within the Herpestidae family and the Feliformia, a suborder of Carnivora, with high support values. This position is in good agreement with formerly conducted studies based on a small number of mitochondrial and nuclear gene fragments. Our complete mitochondrial genome represents a valuable resource for further phylogenetic studies, especially of the underrepresented members of th

SUBMITTER: Derezanin L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7748773 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature