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Genome and population sequencing of a chromosome-level genome assembly of the Chinese tapertail anchovy (Coilia nasus) provides novel insights into migratory adaptation.
GigaScience - 1 Jan 2020
Xu Gangchun, Bian Chao, Nie Zhijuan, Li Jia, Wang Yuyu, Xu Dongpo, You Xinxin, Liu Hongbo, Gao Jiancao, Li Hongxia, Liu Kai, Yang Jian, Li Quanjie, Shao Nailin, Zhuang Yanbing, Fang Dian, Jiang Tao, Lv Yunyun, Huang Yu, Gu Ruobo, Xu Junmin, Ge Wei, Shi Qiong, Xu Pao
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Seasonal migration is one of the most spectacular events in nature; however, the molecular mechanisms related to this phenomenon have not been investigated in detail. The Chinese tapertail, or Japanese grenadier anchovy, Coilia nasus, is a valuable migratory fish of high economic importance and special migratory dimorphism (with certain individuals as non-migratory residents). RESULTS: In this study,...
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