| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5920806 | Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution | 2011 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Five haplogroups (A-E) are observed in East African village chicken. ⺠Haplogroup D is the most widespread across the region. ⺠Three haplogroups originate from Asia and two are of commercial introgression. ⺠Ancient maritime and terrestrial contacts between Asia and Africa are confirmed. ⺠Presence of large maternal genetic diversity in East African village chickens.
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Authors
J.M. Mwacharo, G. Bjørnstad, V. Mobegi, K. Nomura, H. Hanada, T. Amano, H. Jianlin, O. Hanotte,