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ArticleFrontiers in genetics2025

The genetic diversity and population structure of native horse breeds in Xinjiang, China.

Chi Tang, Baoyu Yang, Gulibaheti Dawulietihan, Li Xue, Shuyuan Liu, Yinamujiang Yalimaimaiti, Qingzheng Wang, Na Yang, Xiaoyuan Sun, Yaru Wang and 12 more

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Chi TangCollege of Life Science and Technology, Tarim University, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Baoyu YangCollege of Life Science and Technology, Tarim University, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Gulibaheti DawulietihanAgricultural (Animal Husbandry) Development Service in Tuerhong Township, Fuyun, Xinjiang, China.
Li XueAnimal Husbandry Workstation of Fuyun County, Fuyun, Xinjiang, China.
Shuyuan LiuAnimal Husbandry Workstation of Balikun County, Balikun, Xinjiang, China.
Yinamujiang YalimaimaitiAnimal Husbandry and Veterinary Station of Kalayagaqi Town, Yining, Xinjiang, China.
Qingzheng WangKey Laboratory of Tarim Animal Husbandry Science and Technology, Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Na YangCollege of Life Science and Technology, Tarim University, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Xiaoyuan SunKey Laboratory of Tarim Animal Husbandry Science and Technology, Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Yaru WangKey Laboratory of Tarim Animal Husbandry Science and Technology, Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Ailifeire WumaierKey Laboratory of Tarim Animal Husbandry Science and Technology, Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Serik KhizatPhysiology, Morphology and Biochemistry, Kazakh National Agrarian Research University, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Tolegen AssanbayevZootechnology and Veterinary Medicine, Toraighyrov University, Pavlodar, Kazakhstan.
Zhassulan KozhanovHorse Breeding Department, Kazakh Research Institute of Livestock and Forage Production, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Kursantbek AttokurovOsh State University, Osh, Kyrgyzstan.
Elmurat ObdunovOsh State University, Osh, Kyrgyzstan.
Hangsen LiKey Laboratory of Tarim Animal Husbandry Science and Technology, Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Aikebaier RehemanKey Laboratory of Tarim Animal Husbandry Science and Technology, Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Xiaoling ZhouKey Laboratory of Tarim Animal Husbandry Science and Technology, Xinjiang Production & Construction Corps, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Wumaierjiang AizimuXinjiang Production & Construction Corps Key Laboratory of Protection and Utilization of Biological Resources in Tarim Basin, Alar, Xinjiang, China.
Kairat IskhanPhysiology, Morphology and Biochemistry, Kazakh National Agrarian Research University, Almaty, Kazakhstan.
Gemingguli MuhataiCollege of Life Science and Technology, Tarim University, Alar, Xinjiang, China.

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Abstract

Introduction: Xinjiang is a region renowned for its rich diversity of native horse breeds, making it one of the most affluent equine genetic resource areas in China. While prized for their high adaptability and tolerance to roughage, the conservation of these native breeds faces challenges from the introduction of external breeds and industrial changes. Furthermore, the unknown population structure of Xinjiang horse breeds has hindered effective conservation efforts. Methods: This study presents the first comprehensive Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) analysis of seven Xinjiang native horse breeds. We utilized 10X whole-genome sequencing to assess their genetic diversity, population structure, and genetic relationships. Results: Our findings revealed a high level of population genetic diversity among the Xinjiang native horse breeds. These breeds exhibited significant genetic differentiation from other horse breeds originating from Europe, Central Asia, Western Asia, and other parts of China. Evidence of frequent historical gene flow was detected, particularly among breeds in northern Xinjiang, which were shown to be more closely related to each other. Discussion: This study elucidates the distribution patterns, evolutionary characteristics, and substantial genetic diversity of Xinjiang's native horse breeds. The results provide crucial insights into their unique genetic background and population history. These findings offer valuable theoretical support for establishing core conservation groups of local germplasm, guiding future breeding programs for new cultivars, and further exploration of the characteristics inherent to Xinjiang's native horse genetic resources.

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genetic diversitygenetic resources conservationnative horse breedpopulation structurewhole genome sequencing

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