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Phylum:
Chordata
Estimated genome size:
Maximum length 50 cm
Organism size:
Maximum length 50 cm
Distribution:
Endemic to southern Africa, Labeo capensis is primarily found in the Orange-Vaal River system.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
13.8 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
5.49 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
1.1 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
98.8% [S: 94.9%, D: 3.9%]
Importance:
The Orange river mudfish is a freshwater species endemic to southern Africa. Human activities, such as inter-basin water transfers, have facilitated hybridisation with Moggel (Labeo umbratus). Genomic data are essential to clarify its phylogenetic placement and assess the extent of hybridisation. It is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Labeo capensis is an occasional angling species, and it is also used in ecological and physiological research. Additionally, it holds potential as a commercial species in large impoundments.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Dr Gwynneth Matcher
South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Estimated genome size:
1120 million DNA base pairs (1.12G Gigabases)
Organism size:
1-2 meter (height)
Distribution:
The Outeniqua pincushion grows in a Mediterranean climate and prefers cool, southern slopes. It grows well in peat to well-drained, sandy soils, and occurs in isolated stands, at altitudes of 150-500 m. Naturaldistribution is the Outeniqua and Tsitsikama Mountains.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
20.55 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
6.14 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
0.46 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
96.3% [S:87.8%, D:8.5%]
Leucospermum glabrum
Outeniqua Pincushion
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Importance:
Leucospermum sp belong to the Proteaceae family, a characteristic part of the Cape Floristic Region and an important member of South Africa's indigenous floriculture industry. On the one hand sustaining biodiversity and on the other creating jobs and earning international value on export of flowers Leucospermum glabrum is currently part of a molecular marker development project.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Louisa Blomerus
Agricultural Research Council
Date Published:
2025-01-19
Photo credit:
© L. Blomerus
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