Growth traits constitute critical factors in the breeding program of broiler chickens. The Chengkou mountain chicken A-lineage (CMC-A) represents a breed specifically bred for meat production. To further explore the growth performance of the CMC-A population, this study conducted whole-genome sequencing on 464 CMC-A roosters to systematically evaluate their genetic diversity. Additionally, runs of homozygosity (ROH) islands and genome-wide association studies (GWASs) were employed to identify the loci and functional genes influencing the growth traits in Chengkou mountain chickens. The results revealed a high level of genetic diversity and low levels of inbreeding in Chengkou mountain chickens. Several genes associated with stress resistance, muscle growth, and fat deposition were pinpointed through ROH island identification. Moreover, 52 SNP loci were detected, along with 71 candidate genes. These findings enhance our understanding of the genetic architecture underlying the growth traits in Chengkou mountain chickens and provide a theoretical foundation for subsequent breeding endeavors.
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