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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:
Tracheophyta
Estimated genome size:
768 million DNA base pairs (0.76 Gigabases)
Organism size:
15 cm
Distribution:
Knersvlakte
PromethION Sequencing Report:
Output:
78.56 Gigabases
Approximate N50:
5.57 kilobases
Draft Genome Assembly Statistics:
Genome Length:
0.28 Gigabases
BUSCO completeness score (single and duplicated genes):
98.8%
Oxalis ericifolia
Heathleaf Sorrel
Importance:
This species was first found in the 1940's, but only recently rediscovered and formally named. It is one of the most naturally rare South African Oxalis - this habitat specialist is known from a single rocky outcrop (Extent of Occurrence estimated at less than three hectares), but is not currently known to be threatened.
Sample Contributor contact details:
Dr Kenneth Oberlander
University of Pretoria
Date Published:
2024-05-07
Photo credit:
© G. Stafford
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