Next generation sequencing yields the mitochondrial genome of the critically endangered Sarothrura ayresi (white-winged flufftail)

Abstract

The mitochondrial genome of Sarothrura ayresi was sequenced using next generation sequencing technology. The size of the genome is reported as 16,767 bp and comprises 13 protein-coding genes, 2 rRNAs and 22 tRNAs. The organization of the genome is comparable to that of other bird species. A phylogenetic comparison mapped the relative relationship of Sarothrura ayresi with respect to other species in the order Gruiformes.

Keywords

• white-winged flufftail
• next generation sequencing
• critically endangered