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Comprehensive genome assembly reveals genetic diversity and carcass consumption insights in critically endangered Asian king vultures.
Scientific reports - 24 Apr 2024
Buthasane Wannapol, Shotelersuk Vorasuk, Chetruengchai Wanna, Srichomthong Chalurmpon, Assawapitaksakul Adjima, Tangphatsornruang Sithichoke, Pootakham Wirulda, Sonthirod Chutima, Tongsima Sissades, Wangkumhang Pongsakorn, Wilantho Alisa, Thongphakdee Ampika, Sanannu Saowaphang, Poksawat Chaianan, Nipanunt Tarasak, Kasorndorkbua Chaiyan, Koepfli Klaus-Peter, Pukazhenthi Budhan S, Suriyaphol Prapat, Wongsurawat Thidathip, Jenjaroenpun Piroon, Suriyaphol Gunnaporn
Abstract excerpt
The Asian king vulture (AKV), a vital forest scavenger, is facing globally critical endangerment. This study aimed to construct a reference genome to unveil the mechanisms underlying its scavenger abilities and to assess the genetic relatedness of the captive population in Thailand. A reference genome of a female AKV was assembled from sequencing reads obtained from both PacBio long-read and MGI short-read...
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