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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:
Arthropoda
Estimated genome size:
342M Million DNA base pairs (0,34 Giga bases)
Organism size:
6.5 mm
Distribution:
Ocymyrmex barbiger is found in the Afrotropical region in the following countries: Botswana, Namibia and South Africa.
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
16.15 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
1.05 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
153.08 Mb
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
89.4%
Ocymyrmex barbiger
Bearded hotrod ant
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Importance:
Ocymyrmex barbiger plays a role in dispersing fynbos seeds
Sample Contributor contact details:
Dr. Charlene Janion-Scheepers and Abusisiwe Ndaba
University of Cape Town
Date Published:
2024-07-11
Awaiting DOI
Photo credit:
© P. Herbst
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