Insights into genetic diversity and phenotypic variations in domestic geese through comprehensive population and pan-genome analysis

Abstract Background Domestic goose breeds are descended from either the Swan goose (Anser cygnoides) or the Greylag goose (Anser anser), exhibiting variations in body size, reproductive performance, egg production, feather color, and other phenotypic traits. Constructing a pan-genome facilitates a t...

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Main Authors: Guangliang Gao, Hongmei Zhang, Jiangping Ni, Xianzhi Zhao, Keshan Zhang, Jian Wang, Xiangdong Kong, Qigui Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-11-01
Series:Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40104-023-00944-y