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Group:
Eudicot
Estimated genome size:
Up to 18 m tall
Size:
Up to 18 m tall
Distribution:
The species is native to large parts of sub-Saharan Africa (including, but not limited to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe). In South Africa, it is found in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, KwaZulu Natal, North West and some parts of Northern and Eastern Cape.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
86.86 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
17.18 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
0.39 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
98.8% [S: 97.4%, D: 1.4%]
Importance:
Sclerocarya birrea is an economically and culturally important African tree, valued for products such as Amarula Cream Liqueur, cosmetic oil, and its traditional medicinal uses, while also supporting rural livelihoods. Its drought tolerant and deep rooting system make it important in agroforestry and ecosystem resilience. Sequencing its genome will improve understanding of its biology, support conservation and breeding efforts, and enhance sustainable commercial development.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Prof. Eshchar Mizrachi
University of Pretoria
Group:
Bony fish
Estimated genome size:
Size:
15 cm
Distribution:
Komati-Incomati River system, Mpumalanga, South Africa and coastal lakes in Mozambique.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
93.98 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
4.14 kilobases
Assembly N50:
1 245.69 kilobases
Contig number:
13 656
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Assembler used:
Flye
Genome Length:
0.86 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
99.2% [S: 96.1%, D: 3.1%]
BUSCO database:
eukaryota
Chetia brevis
Orange-fringed largemouth
Importance:
The historical distribution of the Chetia brevis included 85km of the Lomati tributary of the Incomati River. Due to invasive species and pollution, this population has crashed and can now only be found in a 2.5km stretch of the river system. This species is listed as endangered on the IUCN red list. A captive breeding project has been initiated to attempt to reseed the historical range of this species.
Date Published:
2026-05-20
Photo credit:
© R. & V. Bills
Fauna
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