High altitude adaptation of the schizothoracine fishes (Cyprinidae) revealed by the mitochondrial genome analyses.

The schizothoracine fishes, also known as "mountain carps" are widely distributed in the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau and its peripheral regions. Although they provide a prime example of high altitude adaptation, the phylogenetic relationships and the divergence times among these carp lineages are still controversial. Moreover, the genetic basis for high altitude adaptation is also poorly understood.

Microsatellite markers for Saussurea gnaphalodes (Asteraceae), a native Himalayan mountain species.

Premise Of The Study: Microsatellite markers were developed in Saussurea gnaphalodes to investigate its genetic variation and population structure.

Methods And Results: Using the combined biotin capture method, 46 microsatellite primer sets were isolated and characterized across 48 S. gnaphalodes individuals from three Tibetan populations.