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Mapping of quantitative trait loci underlying a magic trait in ongoing ecological speciation.
BMC genomics - 12 Aug 2021
Takahashi Tetsumi, Nagano Atsushi J, Sota Teiji
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Telmatochromis temporalis is a cichlid fish endemic to Lake Tanganyika. The normal and dwarf morphs of this fish are a clear example of ongoing ecological speciation, and body size plays an important role in this speciation event as a magic trait. However, the genetic basis underlying this trait has not been studied. RESULTS: Based on double-digested restriction-site associated DNA (ddRAD) sequencing...
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