Apteryx mantelli, the North Island brown kiwi, is a flightless bird species native to New Zealand. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding bird evolution, adaptation, and conservation efforts. 10.1186/s13059-015-0711-4 (Jul 23, 2015)
Genomic interest areas: Extinction risk
African savanna elephant
Loxodonta africana, the African elephant, is the largest land mammal species. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding elephant genetics, evolution, and conservation efforts. 10.1038/s41597-023-02729-4 (Jan 11, 2024)
Tasmanian devil
Sarcophilus harrisii, the Tasmanian devil, is a carnivorous marsupial found only in Tasmania, Australia. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding marsupial genetics, evolution, and conservation efforts. 10.1016/j.cell.2011.11.065 (Feb 17, 2012)
Vaquita
Phocoena sinus, the vaquita, is the world’s most endangered marine mammal. Its genome provides insights into conservation strategies for this critically endangered porpoise. 10.1111/1755-0998.13284 (Oct 22, 2020)
Amur tiger
Panthera tigris altaica, the Amur tiger, is a critically endangered tiger subspecies found in the Russian Far East. Its genome sequencing aids in conservation efforts and understanding felid genetics and evolution. 10.1038/ncomms3433 (Sep 17, 2013)
Lion
Panthera leo, the lion, is a large carnivorous cat species found in Africa and Asia. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding felid genetics, evolution, and conservation efforts. 10.1038/ncomms3433 (Sep 17, 2013)
Platypus
Ornithorhynchus anatinus, the platypus, is a unique egg-laying mammal found in Australia. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding mammalian evolution, genetics, and reproductive biology. 10.1038/nature06936 (May 8, 2008)
Green sea turtle
Chelonia mydas, the green sea turtle, undertakes long migrations and has a herbivorous diet. Its genome sequencing aids in understanding marine turtle conservation, evolution, and physiology. 10.1038/ng.2615 (Apr 28, 2013)
Cheetah
Acinonyx jubatus, the cheetah, is the fastest terrestrial mammal, capable of reaching speeds up to 105 km/h. Its genome reveals adaptations for sprinting and challenges in genetic diversity. 10.1186/s13059-015-0837-4 (Dec 10, 2015)