Genomic Resources Notes accepted 1 October 2013-30 November 2013

Area of Science:

• Genomics
• Bioinformatics
• Zoology

Background:

• Genomic resources are crucial for understanding species evolution and conservation.
• Publicly accessible data facilitates broader research and collaboration.

Purpose of the Study:

• To document the public availability of novel genomic data for two bat species and two fish species.
• To provide essential genetic resources for future research.

Main Methods:

• Sequencing of genomic DNA from Lasiurus borealis and Lasiurus cinereus.
• Development and characterization of 43 microsatellite loci.
• Sequencing of complete mitochondrial and partial nuclear genomes for Caranx ignobilis and Caranx melampygus.

Main Results:

• Publicly available genomic sequence data for Lasiurus borealis and Lasiurus cinereus.
• 43 characterized microsatellite loci for these bat species.
• Complete mitochondrial and partial nuclear genomes for Caranx ignobilis and Caranx melampygus are now accessible.

Conclusions:

• The release of these genomic datasets significantly expands the available genetic resources for these species.
• These data will support diverse research areas, including population genetics, evolutionary studies, and conservation efforts.