Clonal Analysis and Genetic Diversity of Cat Breeds From Both Local and Foreign Breeds | ||
| Egyptian Journal of Veterinary Sciences | ||
| Articles in Press, Corrected Proof, Available Online from 18 August 2024 PDF (1.07 M) | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.21608/ejvs.2024.288382.2076 | ||
| Author | ||
| Sherzad Ibrahim Mustafa* | ||
| Pathology and Microbiology Department, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Duhok | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Studying the genetic diversity of cat populations provides insights into their evolutionary history, migration patterns, and population dynamics. In order to clarify the genetic relationships between cat breeds, a total of 17 cat species (8 local and 9 imported from foreign countries) were subjected to blood samples, and whole genomic DNA samples were extracted from their RBCs. “Random amplified polymorphic DNA polymerase chain reaction (RAPD-PCR)” was performed to fingerprint their genomes. The resulting gel DNA bands were analysed using GelJ software. The clustering of cat species was performed according to their type and country of origin. Two (groups were identified (groups 1 and 2) with 13 genotypes, in which cluster 1 contained all local species while the other cluster was grouped with all imported species (the similarity between the two groups were 53%). Most of the local cat species were genetically similar at 100%. While most of the cats that were imported were genetically diverse (most of them were grouped under different genotypes), The study suggests the genetic mixing of local species resulted from mating with each other, while reduced opportunities for mating between imported and local cats resulted in limited genetic relatedness. Understanding the factors that influence mating capabilities and genetic mixing among local and imported cat species is essential for managing and conserving these populations effectively. It highlights the complexities of interspecies interactions and underscores the importance of considering ecological, behavioral, and genetic factors in conservation planning and management strategies. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Clonal analysis; cat breeds; genetic factors; RAPD-PCR | ||
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