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Group:
Insect
Estimated genome size:
Its body is about 16-21 mm, and its probiscis (tongue) is 20-47mm long.
Size:
Its body is about 16-21 mm, and its probiscis (tongue) is 20-47mm long.
Distribution:
Its range is in south western Africa, specifically extreme southwestern Namibia through the western part of Northern Cape Province in South Africa (Namaqualand), and into the northwestern portion of the Western Cape Province. Key areas of high diversity include the Kamieskroon area of Namaqualand and the Pakhuis Mountains in the Western Cape.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
34.81 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
1.09 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
0.56 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
99.0% [S: 94.7%, D: 4.2%]
Importance:
The Long-tongued fly is important ecologically. It is a keystone pollinator for a whole guild of long-tubed, vividly colored flowers. Through its specialized morphology and behavior, it facilitates efficient and species-specific pollination, supports plant biodiversity, and likely drives co-evolution in its plant partners.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Simon Van Noort
Iziko Museums of South Africa
Group:
Bony fish
Genome size:
1 560 million DNA base pairs (1.56 Gigabases)
Size:
38 cm (max length)
Distribution:
The Leaden labeo is found across Southern Africa, inhabiting the Limpopo, Incomati, Usutu, Tugela, and Zambezi River systems.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
49.99 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
5.41 kilobases
Assembly N50:
TBA
Contig number:
TBA
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Assembler used:
TBA
Genome Length:
1.02 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
99.6% [S: 96.1%, D: 3.5%]
BUSCO database:
TBA
Labeo molybdinus
Leaden labeo
Importance:
The Leaden Labeo is a freshwater fish endemic to Southern Africa. To fully understand its phylogenetic relationships and the evolutionary history and diversification of the Labeo genus in Africa, comprehensive genomic data are crucial. Currently listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, the Leaden Labeo is experiencing population declines due to a range of documented threats. It is occasionally targeted in recreational angling and plays a significant role in subsistence fisheries.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Dr Gwynneth Matcher
South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity
Date Published:
2025-02-17
Photo credit:
© G. Matcher
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